The Early Days of the Republic of Texas (CEC)

Texas, Mexico, and the Comanches L27

In lesson 27, you will learn about issues facing Texas after Treaty of Velasco, why the US was hesitant in annexing Texas, and why Mexico didn’t interfere with Texas after the treaty.

Learning Objectives for Lesson 27

• Identify main issues facing the Republic of Texas
• Explore the roles of early Texas government, the president, cabinet, etc.
• Explain what America wanted from Texas
• Learn why Mexico didn’t stop Texas Independence
• Learn what happened to Santa Anna after the war
• Explore the role of the Comanches after Texas’ War for Independence