Texas Civil War Contributions and Events

The video explores Texan pride, misconceptions, and Texas's role in the Civil War. It covers the state's involvement in slavery, secession, and key battles like the Battle of Galveston. The narrative concludes with the final skirmishes in Texas, highlighting the persistence of Texan forces even after the Civil War officially ended.

What is the actual motto of Texas?

• Don't Mess with Texas

• Friendship

• Everything's Bigger in Texas

• Lone Star State

Which state had the largest slave population during the Civil War?

• Texas

• South Carolina

• Georgia

• Virginia

Who was the Texas governor that opposed secession?

• William B. Renshaw

• Sam Houston

• Edmund Kirby Smith

• John Salmon Ford

What was Texas's primary contribution to the Confederacy?

• Naval ships

• Steady supply of men, horses, food, clothing, and arms

• Advanced weaponry

• Strategic battle plans

Which battle marked the Union's attempt to blockade the Texas coast?

• Battle of Palmito Ranch

• Battle of San Jacinto

• Battle of Galveston

• Battle of Sabine Pass

What was the Union's objective in the lead-up to the Battle of Palmito Ranch?

• Capture Houston

• Seize Galveston

• Blockade the Rio Grande

• Occupy Brownsville

Who led the Confederate forces at the Battle of Palmito Ranch?

• Brigadier General James E. Slaughter

• Colonel Theodore H. Barrett

• Colonel John Salmon Ford

• Major General John G. Walker

What was the outcome of the Battle of Palmito Ranch?

• Stalemate

• Confederate victory

• No significant outcome

• Union victory

What ironic event occurred during the Battle of Palmito Ranch?

• The battle was the first of the Civil War

• The battle was fought without any casualties

• The Union forces were unaware of the Confederate surrender

• The battle took place after the Civil War had officially ended

What does the Battle of Palmito Ranch symbolize about the Texan spirit?

• A willingness to surrender

• A fighting spirit to the very end

• A desire for peace

• A focus on diplomacy