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Events on Friday 3 March 1837 1
1837United States recognizes the Republic of TexasOutgoing President Andrew Jackson formally recognizes Texan independenceOn his last full day in office, President Andrew Jackson extended formal diplomatic recognition to the Republic of Texas. Mexico did not recognize Texan independence and the move heightened tensions between the two countries.