Under Mirabeau Lamar, which of the following characterized relations between Texas and Native Americans?

• a. He immediately signed treaties with them to promote peace
• b. A state of war of extermination by Texas
O c. The two sides cooperated with one another to build up the Republic of Texas
• d. Conflict sporadically broke out in pockets in Texas

1 answer

Under Mirabeau Lamar, relations between Texas and Native Americans were characterized by:

b. A state of war of extermination by Texas.

Lamar's policies were marked by aggression towards Native American tribes, and he advocated for a more militaristic approach to dealing with them, which included campaigns aimed at removing them from their lands. This led to significant conflict and violence during his presidency.