Davey Crockett
In this clip from Genealogy Roadshow, view a brief overview of the life of Davey Crockett, King of the Wild Frontier and one of the top ten most-claimed relatives in the United States.
Remember the Alamo
Remember the Alamo offers insights into topics in Texas history including colonization and settlement, manifest destiny, frontier life, the Tejano role in early Texas history, slavery, U.S.-Mexican relations, famous military actions, heroism, multiple ways to tell history, and more. Use part or all of the film, or delve into the rich resources available on this Web site to learn more, either in a classroom or on your own.
States of Texas
Use an interactive map to help your students chart the exploration of Texas and better understand the Spanish colony.
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