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The Republic of TexasUnit 7Lesson 1
Texas gained its independence from Mexico and became a country
in 1836. It faced many challenges and only lasted as a country for
four years.
This was the territory The Republic of Texas had until it was
annexed into the United States.
The Republic of Texas faced many political, economic geographic,
and social issues.
The Republic of Texas IssuesEconomic:The country found itself in
debt.Political:Leaders were trying to establish a government with
three branches.
Geographic:Texas had a large territory and not enough settlers.
Social:Texans feared attacks from Mexicans.
Politics:The Republic of Texas mirrored the United States
government. It had a set constitution that stated the country would
have three branches of government: Judicial, Legislative, and
Executive. It also stated that any official or representative would
have to be elected in order to gain the position.The Republic of
Texas also had problems finding a city for the capital. This caused
the capital to move around Texas for three years. Finally in 1839,
the Texas Congress created a commission who chose Austin as the
permanent capital.Texas had four presidents during the time it was
a country. Sam Houston was elected as the first president, and was
also elected as the third president. Mirabeau Lamar was the second
president. The last president of the Republic of Texas was Anson
Jones.
EconomicsThe country found itself in debt with over $1 million.
This was due to the war it had fought against Mexico to gain its
independence. Even though the government tried, the expenses and
debt grew over time, and Texas did not have the money to pay the
different countries it owed.
GeographicTexas had a large territory with a small population,
and had much land to sell to settlers. The Republic of Texas had
parts of land from the present day borders of New Mexico, Oklahoma,
Kansas, Colorado, and Wyoming.
SocialTexans lived their lives like the citizens of the United
States. They owned businesses, ranches and farms.The new government
of the country along with President Lamar set aside 2 million acres
of land for public education.One thing that the citizens did face
was the constant fear and attacks from the Native Indians and
Mexico.
Works Citedwww.newworldencyclopedia.org/entry/Texas#Republic
www.tsl.state.tx.us/shield/texas.html
www.googleimages.com
C-Scope Unit 7 Lesson 1 Social Studies 4th Grade
