The Purpose of The Sons of the Republic of Texas

The purpose of the SRT shall be to perpetuate the memory and spirit of the men and women who achieved

the independence of Texas, set the young Republic upon its high course among the nations of the world, and

finally secured its admission as a state of the United States of America.

The mission of The Sons of the Republic of Texas

The Mission of the SRT shall be to:

Ø      Encourage research and publication of historical records and documents prior to and during the

	Republic of Texas;

Ø      Foster the preservation of historic sites, documents, and artifacts, prior to February 19, 1846;

Ø      Participate in community activities, which remind the public of its Republic of Texas heritage; and,

Ø      Organize, promote, publicize and commemorate the observance of the following historical dates of

	the Republic of Texas:

                               Texas Independence Day		March 2

                               Fall of the Alamo			March 6

                               Goliad				March 27

                               San Jacinto Day			April 21

                               Texian Navy Day			3rd Saturday in September

                               Battle of Gonzales			October 2

                               Stephen F. Austin’s Birthday		November 3

The SRT shall organize and promote public recognition of dates and places of historical significance to the

Republic of Texas with monuments and other appropriate signage or event.