Grade 7 ยท Social Studies Video Lesson
Explain the central role the expansion of slavery played in the involvement of Texas in the Civil War Video Lesson
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Video Learning Notes
The expansion of slavery was central to Texas's involvement in the Civil War because Texas's economy and society depended on enslaved labor. Texans joined the Confederacy to protect slavery and their way of life. Key battles such as the Battle of Galveston, the Battle of Sabine Pass, and the Battle of Palmito Ranch show Texas's active military role in the war. Understanding these connections helps explain how slavery shaped Texas's history during the Civil War.
Learning Goals
- Explain how the expansion of slavery influenced Texas's decision to join the Civil War on the Confederate side.
- Identify and describe significant Civil War battles that occurred in Texas, such as the Battle of Galveston, the Battle of Sabine Pass, and the Battle of Palmito Ranch.
Curriculum Context
Grade: Grade 7
Subject: Social Studies
Curriculum: TEKS