Chapter13, section2, The republic of Texas Flashcards
1
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Annex
A
To add or take over
2
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Dictator
A
Government in which one person or a small group holds complete authority.
3
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Tejano
A
A person of Mexican descent born in Texas
4
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Alamo
A
Old spanish mission in Texas where Mexican forces under Santa Anna besieged Texans in 1836.
5
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Siege
A
military blockade or bombardment of an enemy town or position in order to force it to surrender.
6
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Battle of San Jacinto
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An 1836 battle between Texans and Mexicans during the Texas war for independence from Mexico.
7
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Lone Star Republic
A
Nickname for after it won independence from Mexico in 1836.
