colonization and settlement of Texas
What did Moses Austin play a crucial part in?
The settlement of Texas
what were spanish missions designed for?
Converting Native Americans to catholism
What event marked the beginning of the Mexican war of Independence?
Grito De Dolores
whats the piney woods known for?
A timber industry
What does cede mean?
To give offically.
Tor F: Texas was NOT a buffer zone for Mexico
False
What did presidos provide?
Military protection for missions and settlements
What was one major effect of the Mexican war of Independence?
Population decline.
Whats the black land parire known for?
Fertile soil, and cotton farming
What are filibusters?
Military adventurers who tried to stir up rebellion in other countries.
What was one of Stephen F. Austins main achievements and what was he known as?
He successfully brought Anglo settlers to Texas under the Empresario system and was known as the father of Texas
Farming and ranching
What was the Gutierrez McGee Expidition?
An early attempt to establish Texas Independence.
Whats the Gulf coast plains known for?
A petrochemical industries and shipping, and fishing
What is a siege?
A military blockade of a city or fort.
What was one of the main reasons Anglo settlers bought land in Texas?
The land was much cheaper
Why was life in the missions challenging?
Poor nutrition, forced labor, and disease outbreaks
What was the Battle of Medina?
A Spanish victory allowing Spain to regain control over Texas.
What region has the most rainfall?
The Coastal Plains
What are diplomats?
Officals who represent countries in foreign affairs.
T or F: Settlers brought farming and ranching expertise.
True
T or F San Antonio became a major settlement in the Spanish colonial period known for advanced in faststructure and its role asa key trade
True
How did Napoleon gain control over Spain?
King Ferdinand VII was captured and forced to give up Spain.
Why do Barrier islands play a vital role in the region?
By protecting the mainland from erosion and Storms
What does secularize mean?
To move from religious to civil control.