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Who claimed Texas in 1685?
Who claimed Texas in 1685?
When did Mexico gain independence from Spain?
When did Mexico gain independence from Spain?
What was Texas between 1836 and 1846?
What was Texas between 1836 and 1846?
Why did the settlers declare independence from Mexico?
Why did the settlers declare independence from Mexico?
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Why did President Martin Van Buren not want to annex Texas?
Why did President Martin Van Buren not want to annex Texas?
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Who negotiated the Tyler-Texas Treaty?
Who negotiated the Tyler-Texas Treaty?
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Who signed the legislation making Texas a state?
Who signed the legislation making Texas a state?
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What was the result of Texas being annexed and becoming a state?
What was the result of Texas being annexed and becoming a state?
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What was the result of the Mexican-American War?
What was the result of the Mexican-American War?
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What was the significance of the Clermont in 1807?
What was the significance of the Clermont in 1807?
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What was the primary method of shipping goods to the interior of the nation at the start of the 19th century?
What was the primary method of shipping goods to the interior of the nation at the start of the 19th century?
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What was the significance of the Oregon Trail?
What was the significance of the Oregon Trail?
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What was the term coined by John O'Sullivan to describe America's God-given right to expand across the continent?
What was the term coined by John O'Sullivan to describe America's God-given right to expand across the continent?
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What was the purpose of the Donation Land Claim Act of 1850?
What was the purpose of the Donation Land Claim Act of 1850?
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What was the impact of the transportation revolution on the nation's future?
What was the impact of the transportation revolution on the nation's future?
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What was the outcome of the 1818 Rush-Bagot Treaty?
What was the outcome of the 1818 Rush-Bagot Treaty?
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What was the main goal of the temperance movement?
What was the main goal of the temperance movement?
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In which year was the Eighteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution ratified?
In which year was the Eighteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution ratified?
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Who was a prominent lobbyist for the Anti-Saloon League?
Who was a prominent lobbyist for the Anti-Saloon League?
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What was the primary reason for the abolition of slavery in America?
What was the primary reason for the abolition of slavery in America?
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What was the primary focus of the Northeast during the Antebellum Era?
What was the primary focus of the Northeast during the Antebellum Era?
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Who developed the process for stabilizing rubber, called vulcanizing?
Who developed the process for stabilizing rubber, called vulcanizing?
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What was the effect of protective tariffs on the American economy?
What was the effect of protective tariffs on the American economy?
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What was the significance of Francis Lowell's textile factories?
What was the significance of Francis Lowell's textile factories?
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What was the primary reason for the displacement of thousands of Native Americans during the 19th century?
What was the primary reason for the displacement of thousands of Native Americans during the 19th century?
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Approximately how many people used the Overland Trails to emigrate to the West?
Approximately how many people used the Overland Trails to emigrate to the West?
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What was the name of the silver deposit in Nevada that sparked a rush in 1859?
What was the name of the silver deposit in Nevada that sparked a rush in 1859?
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What was the primary goal of the social reform movement during the Age of Reform?
What was the primary goal of the social reform movement during the Age of Reform?
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Who was a key figure in the organization of the nation's first public schools in Massachusetts?
Who was a key figure in the organization of the nation's first public schools in Massachusetts?
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What was the name of the first women's rights convention in the United States?
What was the name of the first women's rights convention in the United States?
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Who was the anti-slavery activist who attended the Seneca Falls Convention?
Who was the anti-slavery activist who attended the Seneca Falls Convention?
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What was one of the main goals outlined in the Declaration of Sentiments at the Seneca Falls Convention?
What was one of the main goals outlined in the Declaration of Sentiments at the Seneca Falls Convention?
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What was the main crop that drove the economy of the Southern states?
What was the main crop that drove the economy of the Southern states?
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What technological innovation facilitated the expansion of the 'old southwest'?
What technological innovation facilitated the expansion of the 'old southwest'?
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What social class in the South was characterized by non-slave-owning farmers?
What social class in the South was characterized by non-slave-owning farmers?
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Why did the English enslave Africans instead of Native Americans?
Why did the English enslave Africans instead of Native Americans?
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What was the purpose of the 'seasoning' process for enslaved Africans?
What was the purpose of the 'seasoning' process for enslaved Africans?
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What was the purpose of slave codes in the South?
What was the purpose of slave codes in the South?
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Who organized slave rebellions in the South?
Who organized slave rebellions in the South?
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What type of plantation was most likely to use the task system of slavery?
What type of plantation was most likely to use the task system of slavery?
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What led to the reduction of warring Native American tribes in the area?
What led to the reduction of warring Native American tribes in the area?
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What was the reason for the settlers to declare independence from Mexico?
What was the reason for the settlers to declare independence from Mexico?
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Why did President Martin Van Buren not want to annex Texas?
Why did President Martin Van Buren not want to annex Texas?
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Who finally annexed Texas?
Who finally annexed Texas?
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What was the outcome of Texas being annexed and becoming a state?
What was the outcome of Texas being annexed and becoming a state?
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What was the impact of Mexico's relaxation of immigration standards in 1821?
What was the impact of Mexico's relaxation of immigration standards in 1821?
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What was the French role in Texas' history?
What was the French role in Texas' history?
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What was the status of Texas from 1836 to 1846?
What was the status of Texas from 1836 to 1846?
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What was the primary impact of the transportation revolution on the United States?
What was the primary impact of the transportation revolution on the United States?
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What was the main reason why thousands of people used the Oregon Trail?
What was the main reason why thousands of people used the Oregon Trail?
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What was the significance of the Erie Canal?
What was the significance of the Erie Canal?
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What was the primary challenge faced by the construction of railroads in the 19th century?
What was the primary challenge faced by the construction of railroads in the 19th century?
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What was the result of the Mexican-American War?
What was the result of the Mexican-American War?
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What was the significance of Robert Fulton's steamboat, the Clermont, in 1807?
What was the significance of Robert Fulton's steamboat, the Clermont, in 1807?
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What was the primary method of shipping goods to the interior of the nation at the start of the 19th century?
What was the primary method of shipping goods to the interior of the nation at the start of the 19th century?
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What was the goal of John Quincy Adams' expansionist policies?
What was the goal of John Quincy Adams' expansionist policies?
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What was the primary crop that drove the economy of the Southern states?
What was the primary crop that drove the economy of the Southern states?
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Why did the English decide to enslave Africans instead of Native Americans?
Why did the English decide to enslave Africans instead of Native Americans?
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What was the purpose of the 'seasoning' process for enslaved Africans?
What was the purpose of the 'seasoning' process for enslaved Africans?
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What was the main goal of the slave codes in the South?
What was the main goal of the slave codes in the South?
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Which type of plantation was most likely to use the task system of slavery?
Which type of plantation was most likely to use the task system of slavery?
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Who organized slave rebellions in the South?
Who organized slave rebellions in the South?
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What social class in the South was characterized by non-slave-owning farmers?
What social class in the South was characterized by non-slave-owning farmers?
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What technological innovation facilitated the expansion of the 'old southwest'?
What technological innovation facilitated the expansion of the 'old southwest'?
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What was the primary goal of the temperance movement?
What was the primary goal of the temperance movement?
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What was the main reason for the displacement of thousands of Native Americans during the 19th century?
What was the main reason for the displacement of thousands of Native Americans during the 19th century?
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Which of the following was a prominent lobbyist for the Anti-Saloon League?
Which of the following was a prominent lobbyist for the Anti-Saloon League?
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What was the name of the silver deposit in Nevada that sparked a rush in 1859?
What was the name of the silver deposit in Nevada that sparked a rush in 1859?
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What was the outcome of the temperance movement?
What was the outcome of the temperance movement?
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What was the primary goal of the social reform movement during the Age of Reform?
What was the primary goal of the social reform movement during the Age of Reform?
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Who was a key figure in the temperance movement?
Who was a key figure in the temperance movement?
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Who was a key figure in the organization of the nation's first public schools in Massachusetts?
Who was a key figure in the organization of the nation's first public schools in Massachusetts?
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What was the primary focus of the Northeast during the Antebellum Era?
What was the primary focus of the Northeast during the Antebellum Era?
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What was the name of the first women's rights convention in the United States?
What was the name of the first women's rights convention in the United States?
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What was the significance of Francis Lowell's textile factories?
What was the significance of Francis Lowell's textile factories?
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Who was the anti-slavery activist who attended the Seneca Falls Convention?
Who was the anti-slavery activist who attended the Seneca Falls Convention?
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Who developed the process for stabilizing rubber, called vulcanizing?
Who developed the process for stabilizing rubber, called vulcanizing?
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What was one of the main goals outlined in the Declaration of Sentiments at the Seneca Falls Convention?
What was one of the main goals outlined in the Declaration of Sentiments at the Seneca Falls Convention?
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What was the impact of protective tariffs on the American economy?
What was the impact of protective tariffs on the American economy?
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Approximately how many people used the Overland Trails to emigrate to the West?
Approximately how many people used the Overland Trails to emigrate to the West?
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Study Notes
Texas History
- The French first claimed Texas in 1685, but Spain gained control in the early 18th century.
- Mexico gained independence from Spain in 1821, and Texas became an independent republic between 1836 and 1846.
- The annexation of Texas by the United States occurred in 1845, and Texas became the 28th state.
- Americans and other English-speaking settlers first migrated to Texas in 1821, leading to a reduction in warring Native American tribes.
- Mexico initially allowed settlers to bring slaves and charge them little taxes, but later took steps to outlaw slavery and increase taxes.
The Transportation Revolution
- The transportation revolution took place in the United States in the 19th century.
- It resulted in the development of pivotal methods of transportation, including steamboats, railroads, and canals.
- The federal government was opposed to funding these transportation networks, so they were largely funded by individual states and private investors.
- The Erie Canal was the first canal to be constructed, and its success led to the construction of thousands of miles of canals.
- Railroads eventually took over as the primary method of shipping goods, leading to westward settlement and a prosperous economy.
The Oregon Trail
- The Oregon Trail was blazed by fur traders and held incredible significance in westward expansion and Manifest Destiny.
- The 1818 Rush-Bagot Treaty allowed joint occupancy of the Oregon Territory between Britain and the United States.
- John Quincy Adams and John O'Sullivan were prominent supporters of expansion, with O'Sullivan coining the term "Manifest Destiny".
- The first wagon train made its journey over the 2,000-mile expanse of North American wilderness in 1836.
- The Oregon Trail was used to reach new economic opportunities and cheap or free land in the West.
The California Gold Rush
- The California Gold Rush took place between 1848-1855.
- Those who traveled to California during the gold rush were nicknamed "forty-niners".
- The Comstock Lode was a silver deposit in Nevada that sparked a silver rush beginning in 1859.
- Sutter's Mill was the location where gold was first found, leading to the California Gold Rush.
Social Reform
- Social reform is the restructuring of culturally accepted laws and norms.
- The following factors contributed to the need for social reform: Second Great Awakening, Industrial Revolution, Transcendentalism, and Urbanization.
- The Age of Reform (1830-1850) introduced reforms associated with abolitionism, temperance, labor reform, and education.
- Notable accomplishments of this period include the founding of Oberlin College, the work of Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Lucretia Mott, and the establishment of public schools in Massachusetts.
The Seneca Falls Convention
- The Seneca Falls Convention was the first women's rights convention in the United States, held in 1848.
- The main organizers were Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Lucretia Mott.
- The convention laid out the ideology of the women's rights movement, including the goal of gaining the right to vote.
The Temperance Movement
- The temperance movement was a social movement in the United States during the 19th and early 20th centuries.
- Its goal was to restrict or abolish the consumption of liquor and other alcoholic drinks.
- The main goal of the temperance movement was to eradicate the negative effects of alcohol on society.
- The movement promoted prohibition as a political solution and temperance or teetotalism as an individual solution.
Abolitionism
- Abolitionists were people who opposed a specific practice or institution, in this case, slavery.
- Abolitionist leaders, including former slaves, former slave owners, and individuals from Quakers and Baptist religion, impacted the movement significantly.
The Antebellum Era
- The Antebellum Era was a period in American history from 1815 to the Civil War.
- The North and South had different economies, with the North focusing on industrialization and the South dependent on enslaved people and cash crops.
- The factory system spread from New England textile mills to other businesses, and inventors and innovators helped revolutionize America.
- The government passed protective tariffs to support American manufacturing, and new business models like the corporation became commonplace.
Living in the South
- The Southern economy was based heavily on king cotton, the main crop.
- The labor-intensive nature of cotton required slavery to grow as a profitable product for export.
- Economic influences have dictated Southern Society for generations.
- The expansion of the "old southwest" (slavery) was facilitated by the opening of the gulf coast, the invention of the cotton gin, and the rising price of cotton.
Slavery
- Slavery had a long history before becoming prominent in the American South.
- Native Americans had been previously enslaved by the Spanish, but the English decided to enslave Africans from the Caribbean.
- Enslaved Africans were brought to America along the Middle Passage, the middle leg of the Transatlantic trade route.
- Slaves were seasoned, given a European name, and auctioned off to the highest bidder.
- The South became dependent on growing cotton as a cash crop, and used slave labor to increase their profits.
- Slaves were controlled through slave codes, which prevented them from owning weapons, gathering in large groups, getting married, or defending themselves against a white person.
Texas History
- The French first claimed Texas in 1685, but Spain gained control in the early 18th century.
- Mexico gained independence from Spain in 1821, and Texas became an independent republic between 1836 and 1846.
- The annexation of Texas by the United States occurred in 1845, and Texas became the 28th state.
- Americans and other English-speaking settlers first migrated to Texas in 1821, leading to a reduction in warring Native American tribes.
- Mexico initially allowed settlers to bring slaves and charge them little taxes, but later took steps to outlaw slavery and increase taxes.
The Transportation Revolution
- The transportation revolution took place in the United States in the 19th century.
- It resulted in the development of pivotal methods of transportation, including steamboats, railroads, and canals.
- The federal government was opposed to funding these transportation networks, so they were largely funded by individual states and private investors.
- The Erie Canal was the first canal to be constructed, and its success led to the construction of thousands of miles of canals.
- Railroads eventually took over as the primary method of shipping goods, leading to westward settlement and a prosperous economy.
The Oregon Trail
- The Oregon Trail was blazed by fur traders and held incredible significance in westward expansion and Manifest Destiny.
- The 1818 Rush-Bagot Treaty allowed joint occupancy of the Oregon Territory between Britain and the United States.
- John Quincy Adams and John O'Sullivan were prominent supporters of expansion, with O'Sullivan coining the term "Manifest Destiny".
- The first wagon train made its journey over the 2,000-mile expanse of North American wilderness in 1836.
- The Oregon Trail was used to reach new economic opportunities and cheap or free land in the West.
The California Gold Rush
- The California Gold Rush took place between 1848-1855.
- Those who traveled to California during the gold rush were nicknamed "forty-niners".
- The Comstock Lode was a silver deposit in Nevada that sparked a silver rush beginning in 1859.
- Sutter's Mill was the location where gold was first found, leading to the California Gold Rush.
Social Reform
- Social reform is the restructuring of culturally accepted laws and norms.
- The following factors contributed to the need for social reform: Second Great Awakening, Industrial Revolution, Transcendentalism, and Urbanization.
- The Age of Reform (1830-1850) introduced reforms associated with abolitionism, temperance, labor reform, and education.
- Notable accomplishments of this period include the founding of Oberlin College, the work of Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Lucretia Mott, and the establishment of public schools in Massachusetts.
The Seneca Falls Convention
- The Seneca Falls Convention was the first women's rights convention in the United States, held in 1848.
- The main organizers were Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Lucretia Mott.
- The convention laid out the ideology of the women's rights movement, including the goal of gaining the right to vote.
The Temperance Movement
- The temperance movement was a social movement in the United States during the 19th and early 20th centuries.
- Its goal was to restrict or abolish the consumption of liquor and other alcoholic drinks.
- The main goal of the temperance movement was to eradicate the negative effects of alcohol on society.
- The movement promoted prohibition as a political solution and temperance or teetotalism as an individual solution.
Abolitionism
- Abolitionists were people who opposed a specific practice or institution, in this case, slavery.
- Abolitionist leaders, including former slaves, former slave owners, and individuals from Quakers and Baptist religion, impacted the movement significantly.
The Antebellum Era
- The Antebellum Era was a period in American history from 1815 to the Civil War.
- The North and South had different economies, with the North focusing on industrialization and the South dependent on enslaved people and cash crops.
- The factory system spread from New England textile mills to other businesses, and inventors and innovators helped revolutionize America.
- The government passed protective tariffs to support American manufacturing, and new business models like the corporation became commonplace.
Living in the South
- The Southern economy was based heavily on king cotton, the main crop.
- The labor-intensive nature of cotton required slavery to grow as a profitable product for export.
- Economic influences have dictated Southern Society for generations.
- The expansion of the "old southwest" (slavery) was facilitated by the opening of the gulf coast, the invention of the cotton gin, and the rising price of cotton.
Slavery
- Slavery had a long history before becoming prominent in the American South.
- Native Americans had been previously enslaved by the Spanish, but the English decided to enslave Africans from the Caribbean.
- Enslaved Africans were brought to America along the Middle Passage, the middle leg of the Transatlantic trade route.
- Slaves were seasoned, given a European name, and auctioned off to the highest bidder.
- The South became dependent on growing cotton as a cash crop, and used slave labor to increase their profits.
- Slaves were controlled through slave codes, which prevented them from owning weapons, gathering in large groups, getting married, or defending themselves against a white person.
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Explore the key events in Texas history, from French and Spanish claims to independence and annexation by the United States. Learn about the early settlers and conflicts with Native American tribes.
