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Jan 1, 1492
The discovery of the Americas
Columbus finds the Americas. Columbus was trying to find an easier route to Asia. He accidently found the Americas -
Period: Jan 1, 1492 to
Texas History
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Jan 1, 1541
The Expedition into Texas
Cornado leads expedition into Texas. Cornado explores Texas Texas.He discovers many great things . -
The Alamo
San Antonio de Valero (Alamo) mission is founded in San Antonio. The Alamo is still standing today. The Alamo is one of the most historical land marks in Texas -
San Antonio
San Antonio becomes capital of Texas. The capital of Texas today is Austin. Texas's capital changes many times throughout history. -
Missions in Texas
Many missions in Texas close. The missions close because of diseases and droughts. The results were that many people died. -
The Fredonian Rebellion
The Fredonian Rebellion breaks out. Texans became scared that mexicans were taking over. Texans panicked and Mexicans discovered the texans feared them. -
The Alamo
The battle of the Alamo began. Many Texans died. The Mexicans defeat the Texans. Texans were very brave even though they were out numbered. -
Houston President
Houston is elected president of Texas. He defeats his opponents by a huge amount of votes. Houston made Texas as great as he could. -
Texans defeat Mexicans
The Texans defeat the Mexicans at the Battle of San Jacinto. Texans gain their independence. Texas becomes it's country. -
Sam Houston president again
Sam Houston is president of Texas again for a second term. He changes the capital of Texas. Houston concentrates on paying off the money that Texas owes. -
Railroads
Texas begins building railroads. The railroads help provide transportation. The railroads also help deliver goods to other places in Texas. -
Reservations for the natives
Reservatons are created for the natives. Some natives refuse to live on the reservations. The settlers get angry and destroy the buffalo population. -
Sam Housonis elected governor
Houston is elected governor of Texas. He helps Texas with many problems. Many people dislike him. -
Cortina War
Juan Cortina starts the Cortina war. He performs acts of violence. He is killed for the lives he destroyed. -
Secession
Texas is accepted into the United States. Texans vote to join. Some Texans vote to stay independent. -
Battle at Palmito Ranch
The last land battle happens at Palmito Ranch. The Confederacy win the battle. The Union wins the war. -
Emencapation Proclamation
Lincon sigs the Emencapation Proclamation and slaves are set free. African Americans are not given all rights. African Americans have trouble with their lives. -
Texas in the Union again
Texas tries to go back into the Union. Texas signs a document theat will not let them secede from the Union again. Texas is accepted into the Union. -
Richard Coke
Richard Coke is elected governor of Texas. Many Texans dislike Richard Coke because he was a democrat. Richard Coke helped Texas a lot. -
Reconstruction ends
Reconstruction after civil war ends. People rebuild everything that was destroyed during the Civil War. Many lives were effected. -
The Knights of Labor
The Knights of Labor was an organized group. They were volunteers who helped Texas. They were very helpful. -
Oil is discovered
Oil is discovered at Spindle top. Oil is used a lot today. Oil is also one of the most helpful resources. -
Vehicles in Texas
There are more than 1.5 million vehicles in Texas. Mre roadds are needed. More fossil fuels are used. -
Highways
There are more than 21,00 miles of highways in Texas. People can travel to farther places. There is space for more vehicles. -
Centennial Independence
Centennial independence was celebrated in 1936 to celebrate 100 years of independence. Many celebrations were held in Texas. Most of the celebrations were held in Houston and Austin.