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-Student First and Last Name: Quang Bao Le
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Assignment # 13
Section A:
This podcast has given me a new perspective on the Alamo battle. I'm amazed that the
author believes the Alamo War can be traced back to cotton and slavery. According to
the author, conventional narratives generally emphasize on heroic characters battling
for independence and liberty against oppressive powers, which has been championed
by conservative voices and is part of the official curriculum in Texas schools. Like the
one described in the podcast, this one focuses on the economic and social causes that
drove settlers to Texas, notably the role of cotton cultivation and slavery. This alternate
viewpoint contradicts the heroic picture of the insurgents and draws attention to the
complicated and contentious parts of Texas' history.
Section B:
In the American Yawp textbook, the term "Manifest Destiny" is "very important" in U.S.
history because it encapsulates the belief and ideology that drove American westward
expansion during the 19th century. It was a notion that the United States was destined
by God and history to expand its territory across the continent, from the Atlantic to the
Pacific Ocean. This belief "justified" the acquisition of new lands and territories, often at
the expense of Native American populations and other countries, such as Mexico. The
decisions made by the U.S. government led to the annexation of Texas is one of the
beliefs on which the US government is based. And the land we are standing on is one of
"the achievements" that the US government by getting war with Mexico. Manifest
Destiny, in my opinion, did not benefit everyone. As the United States government and
settlers advanced westward, Native American people endured expropriation, relocation,
and "bloodshed". The concept of "American exceptionalism and superiority" resulted in
the marginalization and maltreatment of Native Americans, who were viewed as
impediments to the nation's fulfillment. Furthermore, the conquest of Mexican territory
during the Mexican-American War resulted in the loss of lands and rights for Mexicans
living in conquered regions. While ending the war, the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo led
to the annexation of a major amount of Mexican territory by the United States, affecting
the lives and rights of Mexican inhabitants residing in those territories.
Section C:
The republic of Texas
That article that grabbed my attention was the complex and tumultuous journey of Texas
toward independence and eventual annexation into the United States. It highlighted the
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significant challenges faced by Texas as a newly independent republic, including
financial struggles, border disputes with Mexico, and conflicts with Native American
tribes. Diverse political dynamics and opposing views for Texas' future by leaders such
as Sam Houston and Mirabeau Lamar also shone out. I learned about the intricacies
and "political maneuvering" involved in the annexation process, including the role of key
figures like President John Tyler and Secretary of State John C. Calhoun. The Senate's
rejection of the initial annexation treaty and its subsequent use as a campaign issue in
the 1844 U.S. presidential election was a "crucial turning point."
Texas and the Indian
In “Texas and Indian” article grabbed my attention was the detailed and complex history
of interactions between early American settlers in Texas and various indigenous tribes,
particularly the Caddo, Lipan Apache, Kiowa, and Comanche. I learned about the
intense conflicts and battles that occurred as settlers pushed westward, encountering
resistance from the native tribes. The importance of the Texas Rangers in dealing with
hostile Indian raids and efforts to establish reserves for peaceful cohabitation also stood
out too.
According to what I researched, the famous individuals at the Alamo, including James
Bowie, William B. Travis, and Davy Crockett, died during the battle. Juan Seguín, a
Tejano hero, was one of the few defenders to survive and later fought in the Battle of
San Jacinto. The Alamo's defeat became a symbol of resistance during the Texas
Revolution.
Work Cited:
OpenAI. " What happened to some of these famous people at The Alamo? Anything else interesting happen to these individuals?
”ChatGPT, 4 August 2023, chat.openai.com. Accessed 4 August 2023.
Section C:
-The republic of Texas
-Texas and the Indian
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