What were the causes and consequences of the Texas revolt? Why did Texas remain for a time an independent nation rather than become a state of the Union?
5 paragraphs - Introduction, 3 body paragraphs, conclusion
at least 500 words
huge thanks to anyone writing this essay for me
2006-10-05 14:01:25 · 18 answers · asked by Captain_T 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ History
continuing from v06b's portion:
It is important to note the Convention of 1836, whereby the settlements of Texas were each represented by an elected delegate (54 delegates total). While this Convention was unable to ratify the treaty with the Cherokees, it was able to write and adopt the Texas Declaration of Independence, effectively creating the Republic of Texas. An ad interim government was created for the newly formed Republic, with all this being accomplished under the constant threat by Mexico. The driving forces behind succession from Mexico was the newly created constitution by Mexico, which was to prohibit slavery, as well as forcibly disarm Texan settlers. In addition, Mexican authorities sought to expel immigrants and legal land owners who were originally from the U.S. Thus, Texans banded together to maintain their original freedom and maintain their livelihood.
After gaining independence from Mexico, a number of battles would still be fought between the two nations. Mexico would periodically raid and attack cities in Texas, capturing a number of Texans and putting them in jail. Texas would retailiate, but little success was made in the attempts. Meanwhile, Texas sought annexation to the U.S. throughout this period; however, the U.S. was struggling with its own politics - namely the balance of slave/non-slave states, as well as the threat from Mexico about getting involved in the conflict. Thus, Texas had to continue fend off Mexico for the time being. Texas would finally catch a break under U.S. President James Polk, who promised to annex Texas - signing legislation in 1845, making Texas the 28th state of the U.S.; however, this would result in the start of the Mexican-American War, which would ultimately determine Texas' southern boundary.
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2006-10-05 14:54:07 · answer #1 · answered by Hidden 4 · 2⤊ 2⤋
Indian relations were crucial to the Texans who wanted independence from Mexico. If the Indians joined the Mexican cause, the result for the Texas revolt could be disastrous. To try to ensure Indian neutrality, the provisional government of Texas promised to respect the land rights of the Indians in East Texas and establish clear boundaries with the tribes. The government also appointed three commissioners to deal with the Indians, including Sam Houston, an adopted member of the Cherokee nation.
In February 1836, Houston negotiated a treaty (see Texas Treasures for more) with the Cherokees and other East Texas bands. This treaty reserved the land between the Angelina, Neches, and Sabine rivers and the Old San Antonio Road for Indian use. However, the Convention of 1836 failed to ratify the treaty. Not surprisingly, the Indians viewed the failure of the treaty as a betrayal, and the threat of war between Indians and Texans hung over Texas through most of 1836.
you do the rest
2006-10-05 21:10:47 · answer #2 · answered by zz06 3 · 3⤊ 2⤋
You are dumber than a stick if you think someone is going to write a 500 word essay for you.
Stop being so lazy and write your own essay.
2006-10-05 21:08:34 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
you're funny.... XD write your own essay believe me I know! it doesn't seem like a hard essay just research no big deal I take honors classes- so not to brag, but I'm smart so you won't be getting any help from me on writing it, I did this stuff back in eighth grade- it really isn't that hard!! stop being lazy
2006-10-05 21:13:07 · answer #4 · answered by reader17jms 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋
As an ex-teacher you grade is an "F" and you will write a 5000 word essay on why students WILL do their own work.
2006-10-05 21:07:48 · answer #5 · answered by John K 3 · 2⤊ 2⤋
Boy, that's blasphemy...begging someone to do your Texas History report for you. You must be a transplant. Shame on you.
Do your own homework, yankee.
2006-10-05 21:09:29 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
ok, i am still writing, close to 400 words now, keep waiting....
2006-10-05 22:19:00 · answer #7 · answered by leow 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Maybe this should be posted in Homework Help. *lol* Thanks for the laugh and the 2 points.
2006-10-05 21:13:10 · answer #8 · answered by BethS 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Oh,yeah right.do your own homework.
2006-10-05 21:04:16 · answer #9 · answered by That one guy 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Do your own homework!
2006-10-05 21:09:26 · answer #10 · answered by ebsharer 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋