The Army Returns to Texas (CEC)

The Army Returns to Texas L39

In this 39th lesson on Texas History, you will learn about Indian treaties and the role of US Army in Texas, who the Buffalo Soldiers were, as well as explore the reservation system in Texas and the importance of William T. Sherman.

Learning Objectives for Lesson 39

• Learn about Indian treaties and U.S. Army in Texas
• Explore the success and failure of the Army on the frontier
• Identify the Buffalo Soldiers and what they did
• Explore the reservation system in Texas and the importance of the Battle of Washita
• Identify the importance of William T. Sherman in Texas history
• Learn Sherman’s views on Indian Policy and why it was important