Questions and Answers
What was the first Texas Constitution adopted in 1827?
1827 Constitution of Coahulia y Tejas
What did the 1836 Constitution of the Republic declare?
Independence from Mexico
What significant event did the Constitution of 1845 relate to?
Texas admission to the U.S.
What was the purpose of the 1861 Civil War Constitution?
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What did the Constitution of 1866 aim to achieve?
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What was the focus of the 1869 Reconstruction Constitution?
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What characterizes the 1876 Texas Constitution?
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Study Notes
1827 Constitution of Coahulia y Tejas
- First Texas Constitution, adopted in 1827.
- Recognized Texas as part of the Mexican state of Coahuila.
1836 Constitution of the Republic
- Adopted by Texas colonists proclaiming independence from Mexico.
- Established Texas as an independent republic for nine years.
Constitution of 1845
- Created when Texas was admitted to the United States.
- Marked Texas's transition from an independent republic to a state.
1861 Civil War Constitution
- Formed during Texas's secession from the United States.
- Joined the Confederate States of America amid the Civil War.
Constitution of 1866
- Drafted as Texas sought readmission to the Union after the Civil War.
- Aimed to address conditions for reintegration into the federal structure.
1869 Reconstruction Constitution
- Centralized power in the state government, diminishing local authority.
- Reflected Radical Reconstructionist ideals, diverging from typical Texan sentiments.
1876 Texas Constitution
- Adopted post-Reconstruction, heavily amended over time, still in effect.
- Noted for being highly restrictive and anti-government, imposing strict limitations on the powers of the governor and legislature.
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Test your knowledge on the key Texas Constitutions with these flashcards. Covering significant dates and events, this quiz focuses on the foundational legal documents of Texas, including the 1827 and 1836 Constitutions. Perfect for history buffs or students of Texas law!
