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Stephen Austin settles Texas
Stephen Fuller Austin, a lawyer, settler and administrator, made planned settlements of Texas between the 1821 and 1820. He also played a huge key role in the secession of Texas from Mexico consequentially bringing Texas into the Union. "Stephen F. Austin." Image. North Wind Picture Archives. American History. ABC-CLIO, 2014. Web. 5 Mar. 2014. -
Santa Fe Trail opens to Americans 1828
The Santa Fe Trail was obviously a trail that led to Santa Fe in which many merchants traveled on to trade with eager New Mexicans. This trail played a vital role in the future America's economy by opening up lands in the west for economic development and settlements. "The Santa Fe Trail." Kansas Cyclist. Kansas Cyclist, 9 Feb. 2014. Web. 5 Mar.
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American missionaries settle Oregon
Promotions from politicians, merchants, and fur traders proved to be unsuccessful in persuading the people to move west into Oregon. Ultimately it was religion that brought in the people into Utah led mostly through efforts by Marcus Whitman and his wife, Narcissa Prentiss. "South Pass, Oregon Trail." Image. Library of Congress. American History. ABC-CLIO, 2014. Web. 5 Mar. 2014. -
Texas Revolution
The Texas Revolution was caused and sparked by obvious conflict between the “Texans” who claimed to be a separate republic and Mexican forces led by General Santa Anna. The most historically famous and significant battle during the revolution is the Battle of Alamo. "Mexicans besiege Texan forces at the Alamo." Image. Library of Congress. American History. ABC-CLIO, 2014. Web. 5 Mar. 2014. -
Texas Annexation
The annexation of Texas was initiated by President James K. Polk who was elected on a promise of westward expansion and the idea of manifest destiny. The annexation caused tension between the United States and Mexico because Mexico didn’t recognize Texas's independence. This was a key contributor to the Mexican-American war. "Texas annexation political cartoon." Image. Library of Congress. American History. ABC-CLIO, 2014. Web. 5 Mar. 2014. -
Mormons migrate to Utah ( 1846-1847)
The mormons migrated west for religious freedom away from religious persecution. After the murder of Joseph Smith from the opposers of polygamy, the mormons migrated to Utah where they would be left alone to follow their faith in peace. "Brigham Young at the Great Salt Lake." Image. North Wind Picture Archives. American History. ABC-CLIO, 2014. Web. 5 Mar. 2014. -
Britain and U.S divide Oregon 1818
The boundary was set at the 49th parallel which was because the U.S was heavily occupied by the law so they didn’t want to war with Britain on boundaries. Also, this was a result of what they called “joint occupation” Shaping the Trans-Mississippi West: 1840-1849. Part 1: Oregon." Antique Prints Blog. Chris Lane, 16 Apr. 2012. Web. 5 Mar. 2014. <http://antiqueprintsblog.blogspot.com/2012/03/
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Bear Flag Revolt
It was a revolt led by John C. Fremont against Mexican rule in California. He also defended the castle of Chapultepec and took control of Mexico city. "California Republic." California Bear Flag Revolt. States' Liberty Party, 5 Mar. 2014. Web. 5 Mar. 2014. http://www.libertya.org/presentations/california_bear_flag_revolt.htm. -
Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo
This treaty was the main treaty that ended the Mexican American war. As a result of this treaty, the United States would require nearly 500,000 square miles of valuable territory. "Storming of Chapultepec." Image. Library of Congress. American History. ABC-CLIO, 2014. Web. 5 Mar. 2014. -
Mexican Cession
Through the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo and the 15$ million, President was able to acquire almost half of Mexico's land, hence completing manifest destiny. Also, the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo was a direct result of the American victory in the Mexican American war. "On This Date in History." Macker's World. Macker, 2 Feb. 2012. Web. 5 Mar. 2014. http://mackers-world.com/index.php/weblog/comments/on_this_date_in_history_020212/ -
Mexican War 1846
The Mexican war had mixed feelings about it. Some questioned if it was necessary for men to lose lives while others opposed a slave state like Texas joining the Union. "Antonio López de Santa Anna." Image. Stephenson, Nathaniel W. Texas and the Mexican War, 1921. American History. ABC-CLIO, 2014. Web. 5 Mar. 2014. -
Gadsden Purchase
The Gadsden Purchase was a 29,670 square mile plot of land purchase for 10 million dollars. It also provided for the land necessary to build a transcontinental railroad and also resolved still- lingering conflicts after the Mexican American war. "Mexican territory ceded to the United States ." Image. North Wind Picture Archives. American History. ABC-CLIO, 2014. Web. 5 Mar. 2014. -
Gold Rush 1848
The california gold rush began when James Marshall discovered gold. After that approximately 300,000 people arrived in california however only a very few lucky diggers were successful. "California gold rush." Image. Getty Images. American History. ABC-CLIO, 2014. Web. 5 Mar. 2014.
