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Tonkawa Tribe of Oklahoma: Tonkawa Tribal History

For Students 9th - 10th
Describes the history of the Tonkawa, their past way of life, and the impact of the Europeans on their culture. A collection of historical photos conveys further information about their clothing and shelter.
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Texas Public Broadcasting

Texas Pbs: Texas Our Texas: Civil War and Reconstruction 1861 1870

For Students 9th - 10th
An overview of how Texas fared in the Civil War and during Reconstruction. Includes links to related videos and lesson plans.
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Texas State Library and Archives Commission

Texas State Library and Archives Commission: Anson Jones and the Annexation of Texas

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about Anson Jones's influence on the Annexation of Texas. A picture of Anson Jones is also included on this website.
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Texas State Library and Archives Commission

Texas State Library and Archives Commission: Governors of Texas

For Students 9th - 10th
Biographies of the Governors of Texas from 1846 to the present.
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Texas State Library and Archives Commission

Texas State Library and Archives Commission: Mirabeau B. Lamar

For Students 9th - 10th
This detailed account tracks the life of Mirabeau B. Lamar, a fascinating poet and politician, who quickly became involved in the fight for Texas independence. Numerous primary source documents, ranging from handwritten letters to...
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Texas State Library and Archives Commission

Texas State Library and Archives Commission: Presidents of the Republic of Texas: Sam Houston (2)

For Students 9th - 10th
What happened to Sam Houston after his first term as president of Texas? How did he come to take office again, after Mirabeau B. Lamar? Find the answers to these questions and others, and explore the personal life and second presidency...
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Texas State Library and Archives Commission: Stephen F. Austin

For Students 9th - 10th
Read this short biography of Stephen F. Austin, complete with links to primary documents involving the empresario known as "The Father of Texas."
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Texas State Library and Archives Commission

Texas State Library and Archives Commission: Giants of Texas History

For Students 9th - 10th
From the state of Texas, this page discusses notable Texans who were instrumental in the development of the state, along with links to their biographies.
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Texas State Library and Archives Commission

Texas State Library and Archives Commission: Hard Road to Texas 1836 1845: The Final Showdown the Crisis

For Students 9th - 10th
The opposition against Texas' annexation was strong, and supporters faced challenges between Polk's election and inauguration. What lead up to the passing of the Texas annexation? Check out primary texts to explore this time in Texas'...
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Texas State Library and Archives Commission

Texas State Library and Archives Commission: Hard Road to Texas 1836 1845: The Final Showdown Texas Makes Its Choice

For Students 9th - 10th
In 1845, Texas finally became part of the United States after years of violence, opposition, and political struggles. At this site, you can check out the text of the Ordinance of Annexation and other primary texts that will help you...
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Texas State Library and Archives Commission: The Texas Navy: Epilogue

For Students 9th - 10th
What happened to the Texas Navy when the revolution was over and Texas was annexed by the U.S. in 1846? Check out primary texts from this time in Texas' history to research this topic: "First four pages of Edwin Moore's claims for...
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Cayuse Canyon

The Us50: Texas

For Students 9th - 10th
Offers much general information regarding Texas history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
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Texas State Library and Archives Commission

Texas State Library and Archives Commission: Hard Road to Texas 1836 1845: International Matter: Texas Finds a Champion

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the failed attempts U.S. President John Tyler made in the annexation of Texas? Find the answer to this question and check out primary texts from this period in Texas' history.
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TexasHistory.com

Texas history.com: The Big Thicket of Southeast Texas: A History, 1800 1940

For Students 9th - 10th
The Big Thicket in Texas became a national preserve in 1974. Before that it had a very colorful history. The stories of some of the people who lived there are described, including the settlers, the Native Americans, the oil towns, and...
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TexasHistory.com

Texas history.com: The Settlement of Texas: The Native Americans

For Students 9th - 10th
Describes the history of Native Americans in Texas, from 12,00 years ago up to the present, and some of the different tribes who have lived there.
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Texas history.com: Butterfield Overland Mail in Texas

For Students 9th - 10th
Looks at the history of the Overland Mail Company's Butterfield line, in honor of its 150th anniversary in 2008. It describes the tensions that existed in the territory that it crossed, between slave-owners, slaves, union supporters, and...
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History and Timelines: Texas History Timeline

For Students 9th - 10th
A timeline of events covering important dates in Texas history beginning in 1519, and ending in 1898.
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Library of Congress

Loc: America's Story: Texas

For Students 3rd - 5th
Did you know that Texas is the second largest state? Do you know what the "Juneteenth celebration is?" View more fun facts from the America's Story website.
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Texas State Historical Association

Texas State Historical Association: Labor Organizations

For Students 9th - 10th
The history of the labor movement in Texas is examined, beginning during the Republic of Texas. The article discusses the different labor organizations that formed in various industries, and how these evolved over time. As immigration...
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University of Texas at Austin

Texas Politics: The Constitution

For Students 9th - 10th
A constitution can seem like an impenetrable document. This textbook first looks at the history of the Texas Constitution, and then breaks it down into manageable parts, using plain language to explain the meaning of each section and...
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Texas Escapes: World War Ii

For Students 9th - 10th
A rich collection of stories and photographs covering the Texans who participated in World War II. Topics covered include many stories of individual men and women who took part in conflicts, training camps and prisoner of war camps in...
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Texas A&M University

Sons of Dewitt Colony Texas: Mexican Independence

For Students 9th - 10th
Website devoted to the regional history of Texas discusses significant historical figures and events of Mexican Independence.
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Humanities Texas: Texas Originals: Mary Ann Adams Maverick 1818 1898

For Students 9th - 10th
Mary Maverick was married to one of the leaders of the Republic of Texas and knew major figures of the day. She is important because of the diaries she wrote detailing her life on the Texas frontier, which have been preserved and can be...
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The Texas Archeological Society

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A superb resource for teachers of social and natural sciences, as well as for parents and youth. Links take you to educational sites that explain the "acheological process and discovery," to lesson plans on fitting archeology into the...

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