Vermont declared independence from both New York and the fledgling United States.
Though not recognized by the U.S. (with New York's claims being the primary obstacle), Vermont operated as and independent country until being admitted to the Union as the 14th state on March 4, 1791.
So, like Texas, Vermont was an independent country before it became a state, and, like Texas, the primary reason for the delay in becoming a state was internal U.S. politics.
Though not recognized by the U.S. (with New York's claims being the primary obstacle), Vermont operated as and independent country until being admitted to the Union as the 14th state on March 4, 1791.
So, like Texas, Vermont was an independent country before it became a state, and, like Texas, the primary reason for the delay in becoming a state was internal U.S. politics.