History
The dispute dates back to events in the 19th century. In 1845, the Republic of Texas was admitted to the Union via a Joint Resolution of Congress which some scholars believe is not legal under international law. The citizens of Texas approved an annexation ordinance and new constitution on October 13, 1845, formally integrating Texas into the United States on December 29, 1845. On February 23, 1861, citizens of the state voted overwhelmingly not to be part of the United States. During the American Civil War, Texas was invaded by Union troops many times including the final major clash of the war which was the Battle of Palmito Ranch. Republic of Texas supporters feel that Texas remains an independent nation and that American actions in the American Civil War have resulted in an illegal military occupation of Texas.
This article deals primarily with theoretical arguments regarding Texas' de jure status under certain interpretations of international law. The debate is considered by some to resemble the academic discourse surrounding the legal status of Hawaii, although the presence of 162 military personnel in Hawaii in 1893 does not easily compare to the invasions of the Union Army in Texas from 1861–1865.
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