1. Texas declared independence from Mexico on March 2, 1836, but it wasn't until March 6 that the iconic battle at the Alamo ended. The famous siege lasted 13 days as a small group of Texans, including Davy Crockett and Jim Bowie, held off Mexican troops led by General Santa Anna. Though the Texans were ultimately defeated, the Alamo still stands today as a symbol of courage and sacrifice for many Texans.

2. In 1861, Texas joined the Confederate States of America, and on March 6 of that year, the state officially seceded from the Union. This decision led to Texas' involvement in the Civil War, where the state provided the Confederacy with troops, supplies, and resources.

3. On March 6, 1865, the Battle of Natural Bridge took place near Tallahassee, Florida. While not technically in Texas, this battle involved the 2nd Florida Cavalry Regiment, which included many soldiers from Texas who had traveled east to fight for the Confederacy. The Confederate victory at Natural Bridge marked the last major battle in Florida during the Civil War.

4. March 6, 1917, is notable as the day that the first brewery in Texas opened in San Antonio. The brewery, known as the Lone Star Brewing Company, quickly became a popular spot for locals and tourists alike, producing iconic Texan beers like Lone Star and Pearl.

5. In 1946, the University of Texas Longhorns men's basketball team won their first-ever Southwest Conference championship on March 6. The team went on to win the conference title again in 1947, cementing their status as a rising powerhouse in the college basketball world. Today, the Longhorns are still a force to be reckoned with, regularly competing for conference and national titles.