When Did Texas Get Its Pledge Game On?
So, you wanna know when the Lone Star State decided, "Hey, we need a pledge too!"? Well, buckle up, 'cause we're about to dive into a history lesson that's almost as big as Texas itself.
A Pledge is Born
Believe it or not, Texans weren't always reciting a pledge every morning like they're prepping for a citizenship test. Nope, the whole pledge thing started in 1933. That's right, folks, the same year Bonnie and Clyde were making headlines, Texans were busy pledging allegiance to their flag.
Originally, the pledge was a bit of a history mix-up. It talked about the "Texas Flag of 1836". Now, while that sounds pretty cool, it wasn't actually the flag we know and love today. That little detail took a while to sort out.
Fixing the Pledge: A Tale of Two Dates
Fast forward to 1951 when someone finally realized, "Hey, wait a minute, that's not right!" So, they tried to fix it, but the legislature was like, "Nah, we're good." It wasn't until 1965 that they finally got their act together and corrected the pledge.
Then, in a surprising twist, 2007 rolls around, and they decide to add "one state under God" to the pledge. So, if you're keeping score, the Texas pledge has been through more revisions than a bad screenplay.
Why Bother with a Pledge?
You might be wondering, "Why do we even need a state pledge?" Well, it's all about instilling pride and patriotism. Plus, it gives Texans something to do while they're waiting for their barbecue to finish.
How to Be a Texas Pledge Pro
Now that you're a pledge expert, let's test your knowledge:
- How to recite the Texas Pledge? - Just follow the words: "Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible."
- How to avoid pledging to the wrong flag? - Remember, it's the Lone Star flag we're talking about, not the one with the big gold star.
- How to appreciate the history of the Texas Pledge? - Remember the year 1933 and the various revisions it went through.
- How to show Texas pride? - Fly the Texas flag, eat barbecue, and know your pledge!
- How to impress your friends with Texas trivia? - Share this post with them!
