1. Houston’s Second Term
MOST of the stuff you need to learn about Houston’s Second Presidential term during the Republic of Texas

2. Houston’s Primary Goal
Houston’s primary goal was to FIX the damage Lamar had inflicted on the nation. (Texas)

3. FIRST FIX Cutting expenses Cut government jobs
Lower salaries of government workers
Tried to sell the entire TX Navy!!! However, angry Texans wouldn’t let him.

4. SECOND FIX Native American Relations
Tried to make peace with the Comanche… again!!!
Why not mention the Cherokee? Lamar had kicked them out of Texas.

5. ***Mexico Invades Texas!!!***
Mexico Invades TX TWICE!!!
First invasion – they take over San Antonio – no battle
Leads to the Archives War (in Austin)
Second invasion – they take over San Antonio again!!! – Battle of Salado – Texans win!
Leads to the Mier Expedition (and the Black Bean Drawing)

6. Was Santa Anna right to “decimate” the Texans or should he have killed them all?
Choose a side and then DEFEND your position with a valid argument and explanation.