Strange Maps — July 23, 2010

4 – Imperial Texas

Texas is a special state within the US – not only the biggest of the contiguous 48 states, but also culturally distinct. Furthermore, it was at one time an independent state, after secession from Mexico and before absorption by the USA. This map shows what Texas might have been, had it remained independent and prospered.

This image can be found at www.forttours.com/ images/imperialtx.jpg

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