Texas: Civil War to Reconstruction
Grade 7 History From Secession to Rebuilding 1861-1877
Texas Before the Civil War
Joined the Union in 1845 Economy based on cotton and slavery Population growing rapidly Strong ties to the South
Think About It
Why do you think Texas chose to join the Confederacy? What factors influenced this decision?
Texas Secedes from the Union
February 1, 1861 - Texas votes to secede Governor Sam Houston opposed secession Houston was removed from office Texas joined the Confederate States
Texas Contributions to the Confederacy
Provided soldiers and supplies Cotton exports through Mexico Beef and horses for Confederate army Protected Confederate supply lines
Battle Analysis Activity
Choose one Texas Civil War battle Research the key facts Create a one-minute presentation Include: date, location, outcome, significance
The End of the Civil War in Texas
Last Confederate state to surrender June 19, 1865 - 'Juneteenth' Union troops arrived in Galveston Slavery officially ended in Texas
Juneteenth Proclamation
'The people of Texas are informed that, in accordance with a proclamation from the Executive of the United States, all slaves are free.' - General Gordon Granger, June 19, 1865
Challenges After the War
Economy in ruins Former slaves needed education and jobs Political system had to be rebuilt Social tensions were high
Presidential vs. Congressional Reconstruction
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Military Reconstruction in Texas
Texas placed in Military District No. 5 General Philip Sheridan in command New state constitution required African Americans gained voting rights
Constitution Comparison
Compare Texas constitutions: Pre-Civil War (1845) vs. Reconstruction (1869) Look for changes in: Voting rights, slavery, federal vs. state power
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