Explorers
Did the Europeans want the Native Americans (Indians) to keep their land?
NO!
I served as a leader in the Battle of the Alamo during the attack by Santa Ana? Who am I?
James Bowie
After what battle did Texans win Independence from Mexico and establish the Republic of Texas?
The Battle of San Jacinto
How did settlers survive in Texas?
Name 3 ways.
1.)Building ranches
2.) building farms
3.) withstanding the harsh climate
Why did European exploration in Texas take place?
God, Gold, Glory
I served as a leader in the Battle of the Alamo during the attack by Santa Ana? Who am I?
William B. Travis
This battle lasted 13 days and killed all 200 Texans.
What battle am I?
The Battle of the Alamo
What does the official state holiday of Texas Independence Day celebrate?
the signing of the Texas Declaration of Independence
Because Cabeza de Vaca started the legend about Cibola (7 cities of gold), I searched for Cibola and determined there was no gold.
Who am I?
Francisco Coronado
I am a Mexican empresario and developed City of Victoria.
Who am I?
Martin de Leon
*I served in the Mexican government before coming to Texas
*supporter of Texas independence
*attended the Convention of 1836
Who am I?
Lorenzo de Zavala
When is the official state holiday of Texas Independence Day?
March 2
I started the legend about Cibola (7 cities of gold).
Who am I?
Alvar Nunez Cabesa de Vaca
Stephen F. Austin is also known as the...
Father of Texas
While the delegates were at Washington-on-the-Brazos, they contributed to the Texas Revolution, but how?
They wrote a declaration of independence from Mexico.
What was the purpose of the Texas Declaration of Independence?
declare independence from Mexico
I am the first European to explore the Palo Duro Canyon and travel across North Texas.
Who am I?
Francisco Coronado
I am an American empresario?
Who am I?
Stephen F. Austin
This Battle...
*lasted 18 minutes
*Houston had a surprise attack
* Mexican forces were resting
Battle of San Jacinto
Why did the Spanish established settlements and missions in Texas?
claim the land
take the Indians land