Mexican Texas

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Cede

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to officially give, as a territory from one country to another

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Tejanos - Texas settlers of Spanish descent

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False

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Neutral ground - the area between the Sabine and the Arroyo Hondo, where Spanish and French Military leaders decided was neutral and belonged to neither side

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False

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Diplomats

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individuals who represent countries in foreign affairs

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Siege

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military blockade of a city or fort

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Buffer

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zone of protections between two countries or territories

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Filibusters - military adventurers who came to Mexico from the United States in the early 1800’s

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False

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Frontier

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region marking the farthest edge of settlement by a country or group of people

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Secularize

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to move from religious to civil control.

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Anglos -  mostly white, non-Hispanic settlers who moved to Texas from the United States during the Spanish Period

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False