1. On May 27, 1836, the Battle of San Jacinto concluded, resulting in the Texan army defeating the Mexican army and gaining independence from Mexico.
2. The first Memorial Day was celebrated in Texas on May 27, 1866, in honor of fallen soldiers from the Civil War.
3. In 1907, the Texas legislature passed a bill designating the bluebonnet as the official state flower on May 27.
4. On May 27, 1951, Carl's Jr., the popular fast-food chain, was founded in Los Angeles, California by Texas native, Carl Karcher.
5. Texas singer-songwriter, Don Williams, was born on May 27, 1939, in Floydada, Texas. Williams went on to have a successful music career with hits such as "I Believe in You" and "Tulsa Time."
5 Fun Facts About May 27 In Texas History
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