USA HISTORY

MANIFEST DESTINY 1806 1855

TEXAS ANNEXATION PROBLEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
This event in 1838, during Sam Houston’s term, resulted in an increased distrust of Tejanos & Indians in Texas.
A
Council House Fight
B
Cordova Rebellion
C
Mier Expedition
D
Santa Fe Expedition
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -With its leader in hiding, the Cordova Rebellion quickly disintegrated and the Indians returned to their East Texas homes. Thirty-three Hispanic members of Cordova’s army were captured and indicted for treason against the Republic of Texas. Some were found not guilty and others eventually were pardoned.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Córdova Rebellion occurred in 1838, after the Texas Revolution while Sam Houston was president of the newly formed nation. Those involved, such as Vincente Córdova, remained loyal to Mexico and resented the influx of Anglos and Americans.

Detailed explanation-3: -Why did the Cordova Rebellion happen? Many Americans wanted Texas to become a state in the Union, this lead them to revolt against the Republic of Texas. Many Tejanos living near Nacogdoches wanted to revolt against the Republic of Texas and rejoin Mexico.

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