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Texas Navy Association: Commodore Edwin Ward Moore [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
A nice overview of Commodore Edwin Ward Moore, Fleet Commander of the Texas Navy from April 1839-July 1843.
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Texas State Library and Archives Commission

Texas State Library and Archives Commission: Texas Treasures: Thomas Rusk

For Students 9th - 10th
Thomas Rusk's Oath of Citizenship, Report from San Jacinto, and Letter on the 1850 Boundary Compromise are found here. You will see a picture of the original document, and a typed translation.
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Texas State Library and Archives Commission

Texas State Library and Archives Commission: Lorenzo De Zavala

For Students 9th - 10th
Read this short biography of Lorenzo de Zavala, complete with links to primary documents involving the 19th-century Mexican politician.
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Texas Bob: The Resolution Annexing Texas to the United States March 1, 1845

For Students 9th - 10th
A reprinting of the Texas annexation joint resolution of 1845, which was written to incorporate the Republic of Texas into the United States of America as the 28th state.
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University of Oregon

University of Oregon: Mapping History: Texas: 1836

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a very simple map showing the Republic of Texas and the territory disputed with Mexico in 1836.
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Texas Online: Texas

For Students 4th - 8th
Facts about the state of Texas, its history, government, state symbols, and its capitals and capitol buildings.
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Son of the South

Son of the South: Westward Expansion

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses the major events and acquisitions in the westward expansion of the United States. Includes Louisiana Purchase, Florida Purchase, Oregon Territory, the Republic of Texas, Gadsden Purchase, etc.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Texas State History for Kids

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about the history and timeline of the state of Texas including early explorers, Native Americans, Mexican-American War, Republic of Texas, and the Civil War.
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University of Texas: Dominican Republic: Relief Map

For Students 9th - 10th
This relief map of the Dominican Republic clearly shows the mountains that run through the middle of this island nation. From the Perry-Castaneda collection.
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University of Texas at Austin

University of Texas: Central African Republic Maps

For Students 9th - 10th
Click on these maps of Central African Republic to see a political map, relief map, and a small, clear map. Find the major cities, highways, and neigboring countries. From the Perry Castaneda Collection. Includes PDFs (require Adobe...
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University of Texas: Democratic Republic of the Congo: Political Map

For Students 9th - 10th
A political map the the Democratic Republic of the Congo that shows the province boundaries, major cities and highways, neighboring countries, and significant physical features. From the Perry Castaneda Collection.
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University of Texas: Democratic Republic of the Congo: Relief Map

For Students 9th - 10th
An interesting map showing the relief of Democratic Republic of the Congo. See the highlands, lowlands, and rivers that cross this country. From the Perry Castaneda Collection.
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University of Texas: Dominican Republic: Political Map

For Students 9th - 10th
On this map of the Dominican Republic you can find the province boundaries, major highways and cities, and its position on the island of Hispaniola. Clicking on the map will enlarge it. From the Perry-Castaneda collection.
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Curated OER

University of Texas: Republic of the Congo: Political Map

For Students 9th - 10th
A political map of the Republic of the Congo showing the regions, major cities and highways, and neighboring countries. From the Perry Castaneda Collection.
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Texas State Library and Archives Commission

Texas State Library and Archives Commission: The Treaties of Velasco

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief description of how the Treaties of Velasco came about. The full text of the Public Treaty as well as the Secret Treaty are included.
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University of Texas at Austin

University of Texas: Historical Maps of Italy

For Students 9th - 10th
Review these two maps of Italy during the Renaissance from the Perry Castaneda Collection. Zoom in to see the details of a map of the Milanese under the Visconti and one of the Republic of Florence.
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Curated OER

University of Texas: Georgia: Political Map

For Students 9th - 10th
A political map of Georgia showing the major cities, highways, rail lines, and autonomous republics. From the Perry-Castaneda collection.
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Texas A&M University

Sons of De Witt Colony Texas: Manuel De Mier Y Teran

For Students 9th - 10th
A very long and detailed site from Texas A&M University with information on the military and political life of Manuel de Mier y Teran, "tragic friend and last hope for Mexican Texas."
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University of Texas: Maps: Political Map of the Caucasus and Central Asia

For Students 9th - 10th
On this map you can see the republics of the Caucasus, tiny compared to their neighbors in Central Asia, nestled between the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea.
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Texas A&M University

Sons of De Witt Colony: General Lawrence De Zavala

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed "sketch" of De Zavala. Includes a picture of his portrait and information about his role in the new Republic of Texas.
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Texas A&M University

Sons of De Witt Colony: David G. Burnet

For Students 9th - 10th
A comprehensive biography of David G. Burnet (1788-1870), first president of the Republic of Texas, "known for his oratory and personal generosity."
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San Jacinto Museum of History

San Jacinto Museum: How Did the Battle of San Jacinto Change the World?

For Students 9th - 10th
This is an interesting look at the impact of the Battle of San Jacinto not only for the Republic of Texas, but for places in North America and in Europe. Links to additional information.
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Lone Star Junction

Lone Star Junction: Texan Santa Fe Expedition (1841)

For Students 6th - 8th
Describes the ambitious but unsuccessful trade expedition from Texas to Santa Fe in 1841 that was devised by President Lamar. It contributed to the growing friction between Texas and Mexico.
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Texas State Library and Archives Commission

Texas State Library and Archives Commission: The Texas Navy: Commission of William Hurd, March 12, 1836

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the Texas Revolution through primary texts. Here you can read a handwritten letter through which is appointed "captain, in the naval service, of the Republic of Texas." Read a brief overview of Hurd's career and involvement in...

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