How Well Do You Know The History of The Wild West?

Where did the Texas Lone Star originate from?

From the days of the Wild West through today, the State of Texas has been known as the Lone Star State, courtesy of its flag with the singular 5 pointed star. What many people don’t know about the state’s symbol is its origin; it reportedly originated from German Settlers who populated the region that became known as Texas and had a habit of painting stars on their barns.

The barn star was one of several customs brought into Texas by settlers; it is quite obviously the inspiration behind the state’s emblem and flag.