Southwest Region

Definition

The Southwest Region in the context of AP US History refers to the geographical area that includes states like Arizona, New Mexico, parts of Texas and Oklahoma. This region was home to Native American tribes such as the Navajo, Apache, and Pueblo.

Related terms

Navajo Tribe: A Native American people of the Southwestern United States known for their artistry in weaving and silverwork.

Apache Tribe: A group of culturally related Native American tribes from the Southwestern United States known for their nomadic lifestyle and warrior culture.

Pueblo Tribes: Indigenous peoples who are known for their multi-story adobe or stone houses called pueblos.