Important Events, People, and Vocabulary Flashcards
What war caused France to lose Louisiana, France to no longer be a colonial power, or Spain to abandon most Texas missions?
The Seven Year’s War
Who did King Charles III send to inspect if all of the missions in Texas were necessary?
Marques de Rubi
What were Rubi’s recommendations?
- Texas missions be abandoned except for San Antonio and Goliad
- All settlers in East Texas move to San Antonio
Who founded Nacogdoches?
Gil Y’ Barbo
Why was Nacogdoches founded?
East Texas settlers were furious that they had to move so they moved without the government’s permission
Who aided the United States war effort?
Bernardo de Galvez
How did Spain get Florida in 1783?
They helped the US
How much did the US purchase Louisiana?
$15 million
What’s significant about the US purchasing Louisiana?
The US shares a border with Texas
What is the Neutral Ground Agreement?
An agreement where a neutral ground is set up between Sabine River and Arroyo Hondo where neither Spain nor the US could own
What was the problem with the Neutral Ground Agreement?
Smugglers, outlaws, and fugitives could escape from the government
What did the Adam-Onis Treaty accomplish?
It ended the Neutral Ground Agreement, U.S. gets the border of Texas to be Sabine River and Florida but leaves Texas alone
What is a filibuster?
People that go to another country and cause chaos
Who was the first filibuster and what was his purpose?
Philip Nolan wanted to capture wild horses and sell them for a profit
Who did the Spanish think was an American spy?
Philip Nolan
