Daughters of the Republic of Texas (DRT)

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DAUGHTERS OF THE REPUBLIC OF TEXAS (DRT) -  The Daughters of the Republic of Texas (DRT) is a lineal association dedicated to perpetuating the memory of the founding families and soldiers of the Republic of Texas.  The Daughters of the Republic of Texas is best known for its former role as caretakers of The Alamo.   In early 2015, Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush officially removed control of the Alamo to the Texas General Land Office.   The DRT are also the custodians of the historic French Legation Museum owned by the State of Texas.   In addition, they operate a museum in Austin on the history of Texas.

Membership is limited to descendants of ancestors who "rendered loyal service for Texas" prior to February 19, 1846, the date the Republic ceased to exist and Texas handed over authority to the United States.