Texas State Library and Archives Commission
Texas State Library and Archives Commission: Presidents of the Republic of Texas: Sam Houston (1)
Samuel Houston's influence on Texas' early history is immeasurable. Get to know this Texas president through this site, complete with primary texts and timelines, and learn why this man was president, not once--but twice. Includes...
Texas State Library and Archives Commission
Texas State Library and Archives Commission: Presidents of the Republic of Texas: Anson Jones
Anson Jones, the fifth president of Texas, led Texas as it became the 28th state of the United States. Explore his early years, learn how he attained the presidency, and check out primary texts and timelines that provide a complete look...
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Bullock Texas State History Museum
Bullock Museum: Chapter Seven: Republic of Texas and Statehood [Pdf]
A teacher guide designed to support a visit to the Bullock Museum, but can be used on its own using available resources. Includes information, discussion questions, activities, and worksheets. The module looks at Texas from 1836-1860,...
Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: Institutions of Early Rome: The Early Roman Government
This article explains how early government of the Roman city-state evolved. The foundation of the government under the Roman Republic was established during the Roman monarchy.
Other
School Choices: Thoughts Upon the Mode of Education Proper in a Republic
Written in 1786 by famous Philadelphia physician, Benjamin Rush, this article outlines some of the goals of education in the time of the new republic.
Texas State Library and Archives Commission
Texas State Library and Archives Commission: Presidents of the Republic of Texas: David G. Burnet
Described as "dignified and articulate," David Burnet was the first president of Texas, whose "controversial policies" that failed to unite Texans. Read about his early life and how he attained the presidency, and check out primary texts...
Texas State Library and Archives Commission
Texas State Library and Archives Commission: Presidents of the Republic of Texas: Mirabeau B. Lamar
Why was Mirabeau B. Lamar coined the "Father of Texas Education"? Why was his term as Texas president marred with failure? Explore this Texas president--his early years, his years as president, and later years--through primary texts,...
CZBrats
Early Towns
This page is an article entitled "Early Day Towns 'Along the Line'," described by Lloyd Gilkey. It's from "The Panama American" (1939) and is the narration of a significant event in Panamanian history.
Digital History
Digital History: Religion in the Early Republic: Introduction
A brief review of the role of religion in the lives of American founding fathers, and a hint of the changes to come in the 19th century.
Discovery Education
Discovery Education: Rome's Rise to Power: The Republic
A detailed lesson plan designed to teach students about the republican form of government established by the Romans in their early history and also how it relates to American government today.
Lone Star Junction
Lone Star Junction: Texas Timeline: Revolution and Republic
This resource presents a brief timeline of the events surrounding the Texas Revolution and the Republic of Texas with hyperlinks for more information.
Texas State Library and Archives Commission
Texas State Library and Archives Commission: Fortune Favors the Brave: The Story of the Texas Navy
Explore the Texas Navy, which "provides a unique insight into the early Republic, its politics and personalities and its fight for survival." This online exhibit is organized into various detailed sections including "The First Navy,"...
National Geographic
National Geographic: Republic to Empire: Government in Ancient Rome
Study two governments in Ancient Roman history and consider the differences and similarities which impacted the societies.
Indiana University
Indiana University: Colony & Early Republic
This site from the Indiana University analyzes the role of political cartoons in early American history. Four artists, Paul Revere, Henry Pelham, Wm. Humphreys, and Wm. Charles are highlighted.
History Teacher
Historyteacher.net: The Early Republic: Quiz (2)
This 10-question multiple choice quiz is immediately scored and covers events in the late 1700s.
Vroma Project
V Roma Project: Roman Army in the Late Republic and Early Empire
This resource will answer questions about the Roman army. It contains abundant, accurate information as well as pictures that illustrate most major points. After reading through the page, continue on to Part II for information on armor,...
Library of Congress
Loc: Churchill and the Great Republic
An interactive online exhibit about Churchill's life and especially his relationship with the United States.
University of Notre Dame
Department of Special Collections: The Coins of Colonial and Early America
This site provides links to a variety of coins used in the colonies and in the confederation. Extremely detailed.
Other
Republic of Texas: Paper Money
An overview with images and a brief history of the currency used in the Republic of Texas in the early nineteenth century.
Texas State Library and Archives Commission
Texas State Library and Archives Commission: Texas Treasures:the Long Expedition
On this website from the Texas State Library you can read about an early attempt by Americans, led by James Long, to establish a "Republic of Texas." Click on the document to see an enlargement of the list of men captured by the Mexican...
Texas State Library and Archives Commission
Texas State Library and Archives Commission: The Turtle Bayou Resolutions
Read about early struggles between Americans and the Mexican government in this article from the Texas State Library. The Turtle Bayou Resolutions were made by rebels against Mexican rule. Click on the document to enlarge it and to read...
Library of Congress
Loc: Religion and the New Republic: Emergence of the African American Church
This government site from the Library of Congress summarizes the founding of the African Methodist church in the early U.S. Topic is included in larger section, so readers must scroll down part way to the heading "The Emergence of the...
National Humanities Center
National Humanities Center: Toolbox Library: Living the Revolution: America, 1789 1820: Religion
Primary resource material on post-Revolution America, 1789-1820, which explores the topic of religion and national identity in the early republic. Includes questions for discussion and links to supplemental material.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Annexing Texas
This Khan Academy resource provides historical information about the annexation of Texas.