End of the Old Ways (CEC)

The End of an Era L40

In the 40th Lesson on Texas History, you will learn about Indian Policy in Texas, discover the relationship between Buffalo Soldiers and Indians, and how the US Army defeated the Comanche.

Learning Objectives for Lesson 40

• Explore the role of Gen. William Mackenzie on Indian policy in Texas
• Explore the successes and failures of General Mackenzie on Indian policy
• Discover how the Buffalo Soldiers impacted Indian-American relations
• Learn how the Army defeated the Comanche
• Discover who replaced General Mackenzie in Indian campaigns in Texas
• Explore what becomes of West Texas after the Indians are defeated