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This treaty, signed in 1846, resolved the boundary dispute between the United States and Britain
Oregon Treaty
what was the rallying cry for Texian independence
Remember the Alamo
This U.S. president is often associated with the Mexican-American War
James K. Polk
people who moved to California in hopes of striking it rich during the Gold Rush.
49ers
This landmark saw thousands of settlers travel overland to the Oregon Territory in search of fertile land.
Oregon Trail
This Mexican general was captured at the Battle of San Jacinto
Santa Anna
how much did New Mexico, Utah, Nevada, Arizona, California, Texas cost
$15 million
This event, which started in 1848, led to a massive migration of people seeking fortune in California.
California Gold Rush
The Oregon Territory was established in this year
1848
this historic document was signed, declaring Texas’ independence from Mexico.
Texas Declaration of Independence
This treaty, signed at the end of the Mexican-American War
Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo
The Mormons settled in the area that would become the Utah Territory and established this city as their base.
Salt Lake City
These two prominent explorers were commissioned by President Thomas Jefferson to map the Oregon Territory
Lewis and Clark
This fort, located in San Antonio, became famous for the siege and eventual defeat of Texian forces
The Alamo
What did California call themselves
Bear Flag Rebels
The first discovery of gold in California that started the Gold Rush was made at this mill
Sutter’s Mill
he discovery of this precious metal in the Oregon Territory led to a wave of settlers heading west
gold
This man, who became the first president of the Republic of Texas
Sam Houston
The war was sparked by the annexation of this state, which Mexico had previously considered part of its territory.
Texas
These were the primary transportation routes for gold seekers traveling west to California during the Gold Rush era.
Oregon Trail and the California Trail