How did Texas feature in two wars the U.S. Fought in the 1800's?

Texas played a significant role in the Texas Revolution of 1836, where it fought for independence from Mexico, leading to the establishment of the Republic of Texas. Later, during the Mexican-American War (1846-1848), Texas, which had joined the United States in 1845, served as a strategic base for U.S. military operations against Mexico. The outcomes of both conflicts significantly shaped Texas's political landscape and its integration into the United States.