Mexican Independence Flashcards
What was the Adam Onis Treaty
When Spain and the US decided that the Neutral Grounds and Florida territories would be taken to the US. In turn the US promised to never touch Texas. This promise didn’t last long.
What was the bloodiest battle in Texas history
The Battle of Medina
Who was the first filibuster in Texas. He claimed that he was capturing wild horses and selling them for a profit
Philip Nolan
Who was the last filibuster in Texas
Dr. James Long
What state was Texas a part of
Coahuila y Tejas
What is Stephen F. Austin’s nickname
Father of Texas Colonization
What was Moses’ Austin’s nickname
Grandfather of Texas Colonization
What did Rubi recomend to the king
They close all missions except for Goliad and San Antonio
Who gave the “Grito de Dolores” speech
Father Miguel Hidalgo
Who lost the Seven Years War
France
How did the Louisiana Purchase effect Texas
It brought the US closer to us which would allow us to become pne of their states
What was the problem with the Neutral Ground
Outlaws and bandits would go there to escape the law
Was Philip Nolan welcomed in Texas (Yes or No)
No. The Spanish told him to not come back, and then a year later he came back and was killed
1821
When Mexico got their independence from Spain
What were the two terms of the Treaty of Cordoba
- Spain is no longer in control of Mexico
- Texas become a part of Mexico
