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Texas
This category covers questions about Texas, the second largest state in the United States. Texas has had six different nations rule it, making it the only state to have had six flags flown over it. Texas is one of three states to have existed as an independent nation and the only state legally permitted to secede from the Union.
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What role did David Crockett play in the Battle of the Alamo?
Davy Crocket went to Texas to help the Texans in their fight for independence from Mexico. He led a company of 65 American volunteers, mostly from his home state of Tennessee. They arrived at the Alamo and joined its garrison shortly before it was besieged by the Mexican army. Since Crocket and several of his men were skilled marksmen they contributed significantly to the defensive efforts; allowing the to hold out for several days despite being heavily outnumbered.
However; on March 6th, 1836 the Mexican army succeeded in overwhelming the defenders; and all of them, including Crocket were killed.
Though the Texans lost the battle of the Alamo it gave their General Sam Huston enough time to organize and train his army, allowing him to defeat the Mexicans at the Battle of San Jacinto on April 22 1836.
What were the men at the Alamo fighting for?
The Alamo was not an stragetic point. James Bowie had orders to destroy the Alamo and instead he became the garrison co-commander. Only two of the fighters survived in the three day combat. Arround 200 Texians died and around 600 Mexicans died. Military strategists agree that the Alamo was not worth defending.
What did Stephen f Austin do that is so important?
He was a land speculator who attracted a large number of Americans to Texas when it was a province of Mexico, and, when enough American colonists bought his land deal, led a movement to secede from Mexico.
Why was defending the Alamo so important?
It lacked strategic value, but it bought time for the Texas Army to consolidate and became a symbol of defiance and a rallying cry.
Why should Texas join the union?
After ten years of independence Texas was still menaced by Mexico and the Commanche. Becoming a US State gave Texas added security. Also, Texas received the same rights as any US state at the time, and Texas was allowed to join the Union as a slave state.
What was the population of Texas in 2000?
According to the US Census, on April 1, 2000, the population of Texas was: 20,851,820.
What was the weather during Battle of the Alamo?
Their is a 100% chance there was a sunrise and a sunset.Type your answer here...
Who was the commander of the Texas forces at the Battle of the Alamo?
It was techically William B. Travis but because of political issues inside the Alamo he jointly commanded with James Bowie. When Bowie got sick from tuberclerosis he passed full command to Travis. Travis was one of the first men to die in battle while fighting off Mexicans. He was shot with a single bullet in the head. Bowie was killed in bed, some claimed that he killed a few men with him.
Did us steal Texas from Mexico?
The U.S did not steal Texas from Mexico because when Texas gained their independence they became a nation, The Republic of Texas. Texas knew that Mexico was trying to get Texas back so they decided to join the United States. The United States then Annexed Texas to become one of the U.S States. However the documents Santa Anna signed to give Independence to Texas were null and void. The reason being was that because Santa Anna was a prisoner of war he no longer was in charge of Mexico so any promises made were not valid. Santa Anna knew this and so he signed the treaty to be released. The only problem was then that the United States Annexed The Republic of Texas. However other issues came up regarding the border of Texas which Mexico did not agree to. This began the Mexican-American. And the U.S used the war to take Mexico's territory Which consists of California, Oregon,Washington, Montana, Idaho, Utah, Wyoming, Arizona, New Mexico, and Colorado. So with that being said U.S never stole Texas but the Republic of Texas never truthfully gained their independence. It was more like the Settlers took Texas from Mexico to hand it over to the U.S.
What was the effect of the Battle of the Alamo?
The effects of the Battle of the Alamo were actually the act which brought attention to the army lead by Santa Anna, the General of the Mexican Force. The siege on the Alamo lasted a total of eight weeks.
Where is the Alamo Branch Library in Alamo located?
The address of the Alamo Branch Library is: 100 S First W, Alamo, 89001 0239
What star is Texas in the US flag?
The star that represents Texas is located in the far right vertical column. It is the star that is 2nd from the top. If you draw a rectangle shape with that particular star being on the left side of the rectangle, you will find that the Texas flag will appear within that rectangle.
The Texas flag is always flying when a U.S. flag is flying. The Texas flag just happens to blend in to the U.S. flag until you place a rectangle around it. The Texas flag is the only state flag that is allowed to fly within the U.S. Flag.
Where was Stephen F Austin buried?
Stephen F Austin was originally buried in Houston Texas but was moved to ausin shortly after. He is current interred in the Austin Memorial Park.
No, he was buried at Gulf Prairie Cemetary in Jones Creek, Texas, (at a farm called Peach Point owed by his brother in law) which is in present day Brazoria County, the area where his first group of colonists settled. The first capital of Texas, Velasco, is also in this county, which is the birthplace of what would became the Republic of Texas. In 1910, Austin was exhumed and moved to the city of Austin so they could claim him because the city is named in his honor. Texas has a rich history and not all of it is related to Houston and Austin, which are both relatively new cities compared to the rest of the state.
What Alamo famous for his knife?
Jim Bowie designed a large knife from a broken sword. Any large knife of this style is known as a "Bowie knife". He was one of the volunteers who died at the Alamo in San Antonio, TX during the struggle for Texas's independance.
How many Mexicans died in the Alamo?
It was originally found that 189 Americans died at the Battle of the Alamo. This is the current official number. However, new historical estimates may guestimate the number as high as 257. Here is my source: http://www.lone-star.net/mall/texasinfo/alamo-battle.htm
If it helps, this number can be found in paragraph 13. :)
What are Louisiana's imports and exports?
The primary import for Louisiana is crude oil. Other less significant imports are coffee, pine oil, and anhydrous ammonia. The state's primary exports are petroleum oil and soybeans.
Who are people that fought in the Alamo?
Mexicans on both sides, and there were for a known fact English, Irish, Scots. Danes and Germans on the Texian side. There were African Americans fighting with the Texians. To find other Nationalities or races within the ranks of the Mexican Army should and would have been an anticipated phenomenen. The mercenaries of the world migrate to where their talent is best paid and most needed. An honest broker of such skills has a nose for the hot spots of the world and even in 1846 commercial transportation was available from continent to continent.
Where did the Mexico first enter the Alamo?
They had scaling ladders, but the firing ports that the Texans had cut into the wall made a very handy staircase.
What are 6 words that describe Stephen f Austin?
stephen f austin was a lawyer, settler, and administrator who played a key role in the secession of Texas from Mexico.
Who were 3 leaders of the Texan leaders who died defending the Alamo?
William Travis, Jim Bowie, and, relative newcomer, Davy Crockett-
