Mexican National Era Flashcards
Who lost the seven years war?
France
Why did Spain not need East Texas missions and presidios?
France was no longer a threat
Who did King Charles III apoint to inspect all of the missions to see if they were necessary?
Marques de Rubi
How many of Britain’s colonies in North America rebelled against British rule?
13
How much money did the U.S. have to pay to purchase the Louisiana Territory from France?
$15 million
What was the neutral ground?
An area between the Arroyo Honda and the Sabine River that was not patrolled by either country.
Why was the neutral ground a problem?
Fugitives were able to hide from authorities.
Who was the negotiator of the Adams-Onis Treaty?
John Quincy Adams
When was the Adams-Onis Treaty signed?
1819
What is a filibuster?
A filibuster is a person who goes to another country and tries to take it over by waging war.
Who was the first filibuster?
Philip Nolan
Why did Spain tell Philip Nolan to never come back to Texas?
They thought he was an American spy
When was the Mexican National Era
1821-1836
When did the American Revolution end?
1783
What were some challenges to Spanish rule?
Distance, Taxes, Poverty
What does Grito de Dolores mean?
“A cry of pain”
What was the Grito de Dolores?
Father Miguel Hidalgo called for Mexican citizens to fight for independence from Spain.
What is Father Miguel Hidalgo also known as?
Father of Mexican Independence
Which two people met together and created the Republican Army of the North?
Jose Bernardo Gutierrez de Lara and Augustus Magee
Which battle is also known as “The Bloodiest Battle in Texas History”?
The Battle of Medina
What was a result of the Battle of Medina?
Texas remained under Spanish Control for another seven years.
Why did Jean Lafitte move to Galveston?
to steal valuable Spanish cargo
Who was the last filibuster in Texas?
Dr. James Long
When did Agustin de Iturbide issue a plan to establish a Mexican empire?
1820
When was The Treaty of Cordoba signed?
August 21, 1821
When did Mexico write their Constitution?
1824
What is an empresario?
An empresario is a land agent that recruits settlers to an area.
What is Moses Austin’s nickname?
“The Grandfather of Texas”
Who was the first empresario in Texas?
Stephen F. Austin
Who is given the nickname “Father of Texas”
Stephen F. Austin
