Houston was soon citing the need for military action against Mexico, and in 1835 was appointed major general of the Texas army. Houston made peace with the Indians of the region so the Texians could focus on their push for Independence without distraction. Soon he would organize the Republic of Texas's first army.
Absentee voting: To vote from abroad, you must register with local election officials in your state of voting residence AND request an absentee ballot.
Perception is the ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses.
Some southerners threatened to secede over California's application for statehood during the middle of the 19th century because California would enter the US as a free state. This means the state would not have slavery.