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Texas History for Teachers: Preview of the Age of Oil

Description: From oil booms to voting rights, Texas underwent dramatic transformation between 1900 and 1930. Historian Andrew Torget explores how the discovery of oil at Spindletop fueled rapid urban growth, while the progressive movement brought new opportunities—especially for women. But it was also a time of deep inequality, as segregation laws and violence targeted communities of color. Discover how these decades of change set the stage for Texas's future.
Date: April 28, 2025
Duration: 7 minutes 27 seconds
Creator: Torget, Andrew J., 1978-
Item Type: Refine your search to only Video
Partner: UNT Libraries
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Texas History for Teachers: Preview of The Great Depression

Description: A short introductory video about how the Great Depression devastated Texas—and how the New Deal transformed it. Historian Andrew Torget explains the economic collapse of the 1930s, the impact on Texans, and how federal programs brought jobs, infrastructure, and even electricity to rural communities. This video explores the resilience of Texans and the long-lasting changes that prepared the state for World War II.
Date: May 2, 2025
Duration: 6 minutes 12 seconds
Creator: Torget, Andrew J., 1978-
Item Type: Refine your search to only Video
Partner: UNT Libraries
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Texas History for Teachers: Preview of the Civil Rights Movement

Description: An introduction to how Texas became a crucial battleground during the civil rights era. Historian Andrew Torget highlights the brave efforts of African-American and Mexican-American leaders who fought discrimination after World War II—winning landmark legal victories, securing voting rights, and reshaping the nation. You'll be introduced to groups like L.U.L.A.C and the N.A.A.C.P. and leaders like Henry Gonzalez, Heman Sweatt, and Barbara Jordan and discover how Texans helped lead the movement … more
Date: May 1, 2025
Duration: 7 minutes 44 seconds
Creator: Torget, Andrew J., 1978-
Item Type: Refine your search to only Video
Partner: UNT Libraries
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Texas History for Teachers: Preview of Natural Texas and Its People

Description: Historian Andrew Torget introduces us to the idea that the diverse geography of Texas has influenced the state's history from the earliest human migrations, through the development of various Native American tribes, and into the modern era. He previews how climate change, resource availability, and regional variation shaped settlement patterns and cultural evolution up to the arrival of Europeans in 1528.
Date: November 12, 2024
Duration: 4 minutes 56 seconds
Creator: Torget, Andrew J., 1978-
Item Type: Refine your search to only Video
Partner: UNT Libraries
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Texas History for Teachers: Preview of the Republic of Texas

Description: After winning independence from Mexico in 1836, Texas became its own country. Historian Andrew Torget provides a short overview of why many Texans wanted to join the U.S., the major challenges the Republic of Texas faced—including slavery, debt, and war—and how those struggles shaped its future. Learn why the U.S. finally agreed to annex Texas in 1845, changing the course of North American history.
Date: May 2, 2025
Duration: 6 minutes 53 seconds
Creator: Torget, Andrew J., 1978-
Item Type: Refine your search to only Video
Partner: UNT Libraries

History of Negro Soldiers in the Spanish-American War, and Other Items of Interest.

Description: Book describing the causes of the Spanish American War, the incident with the Battleship Maine, African Americans in the Navy, African Americans on San Juan Hill, Roosevelt, McKinley, Buffalo Soldiers, African American officers and regiments. General themes include civil rights and prejudice.
Date: 2017
Creator: Johnson, Edward A. (Edward Austin), 1860-1944
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Merchant to the Republic

Description: Biographical account of the Dieterich Family's life in Texas from around 1834 to 1860, including details concerning the Santa Fe Expedition. Index begins on page 207.
Date: 2018
Creator: Bonham, Dora Dieterich, 1902-
Item Type: Refine your search to only Book
Partner: UNT Libraries

Cynthia Ann Parker

Description: Book examining the story of Cynthia Ann Parker, captured at age nine by Comanche Indians. This study looks at her life during her time with the Comanches, including her marriage to Peta Nocona, and her subsequent recapture by white soldiers when she was thirty-four.
Date: 2018
Creator: Jackson, Grace
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Partner: UNT Libraries

Fiesta

Description: Book discussing with San Antonio's Fiesta de San Jacinto, held in April, and Honey Merrick's relationship with the celebration.
Date: 2018
Creator: Brassell, Georgie
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Partner: UNT Libraries

Miss Ella of the Deep South of Texas

Description: Historical narrative of the life of Ellen Talbot and the region of Texas the author calls the "Deep South of Texas," meaning that area near the Gulf that combines elements of the West with those of the Deep South.
Date: 2018
Creator: Allen, Arda Talbot, 1889-
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Partner: UNT Libraries

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Description: Fictional narrative featuring characters Deacon Speckham, Matilda Markham, and various historical individuals.
Date: 2018
Creator: Foster, Mary Evans
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Partner: UNT Libraries
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