Conroe in Montgomery County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Second Flag of the Republic
Burnet Flag
| | 1836-1839 | |
Photographed by James Hulse, May 19, 2026
1. Second Flag of the Republic Marker
On March 2, 1836 Texas declared independence from Mexico. David G. Burnet immediately served as interim president for the newly formed Republic of Texas. That fall, Sam Houston became the first official President of the Republic of Texas setting up his government's capital in Houston. The Burnet Flag was a simple gold star on a field of blue and the Republic of Texas became known as a sovereign and independent nation under this flag. A Texas Legation (embassy) was maintained by the Republic of Texas in Washington, D.C., London and Paris. France brought a Legation to Austin and the building still stands today. Today in Paris and London there are historical markers indicating where the Texas Legations originally were.
Erected 2011 by Friends of the Flag Foundation.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, Texas Independence. A significant historical date for this entry is March 2, 1836.
Location. 30° 18.632′ N, 95° 28.096′ W. Marker is in Conroe, Texas, in Montgomery County. It is on Freedom Boulevard 0.1 miles north of Metcalf Street, on the left when traveling north. The marker is located at the Lone Star Monument and Historical Flag Park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1776 Freedom Blvd, Conroe TX 77301, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Houston Metropolitan Area. It is also on the American Gulf Coast. Globally, it is in North America, a Gulf of Mexico state, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain, the Republic of Texas, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: First Flag of the Republic (here, next to this marker); Lone Star Flag (here, next to this marker); San Jacinto Liberty Flag (here, next to this marker); Goliad Flag (a few steps from this marker); The Texian (a few steps from this marker); Troutman Lone Star (a few steps from this marker); Sarah Dodson's Tri-Color (a few steps from this marker); Gonzales Flag (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Conroe.
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Represented in the park are 13 significant flags flown during the Texas Revolution as Texas became a sovereign nation. With over 50 to choose from, 13 were selected to symbolize the 13 colonies of Texas at the time and the 13 day siege at the Alamo. Historian Jim Walker worked tirelessly with Stephen Hardin and Stephen Moore, noted Texas authors and historians, in choosing the flags.(Submitted on May 23, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.)
Photographed by James Hulse
2. Second Flag of the Republic and Marker
Photographed by James Hulse, May 19, 2026
3. Second Flag of the Republic Marker
The Second Flag of the Republic is the second flag from the right side.
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4. Second Flag of the Republic
Credits. This page was last revised on May 23, 2026. It was originally submitted on May 22, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 9 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on May 23, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
