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HIST3703 Revolution/Republic Timeline

  • The Battle of the Alamo

    The Battle of the Alamo
    The Battle of the Alamo took place with Texas fighting to win its independence from Mexico.
  • Texas Declares Independence

    Texas Declares Independence
    The Creation of the Republic of Texas, where Texas builds a government and army.
  • The Fall of the Alamo

    The Fall of the Alamo
    The Fall of the Alamo took place due to the Mexican Army having more troops to fight in the war.
  • The Battle of San Jacinto

    The Battle of San Jacinto
    The Battle of San Jacinto was led by General Sam Houston and the Mexican Army was surprised by their attack. The Battle led to Texas freedom.
  • The Treaty of Velasco

    The Treaty of Velasco
    General Santa Anna was captured and forced to sign The Treaty of Velasco which recognized Texas Indpendence from Mexico.
  • The Republic of Texas

    The Republic of Texas
    Was formed after Texas declared independence from Mexico.
  • Sam Houston President

    Sam Houston President
    Sam Houston became president of The Republic of Texas
  • Stephen F. Austin

    Stephen F. Austin
    Known as the "The Father of Texas" Stephen F. Austin dies from pneumonia at the age of 43.
  • Mirabeau B. Lamar

    Mirabeau B. Lamar
    Mirabeau B. Lamar became the 2nd president of Texas, where he focused of expanding the Republic Teritiory and education.
  • Austin, Texas

    Austin, Texas
    Austin, Texas became The Captial of Texas
  • Lone Star Flag

    Lone Star Flag
    Texas adopts the Lone Star Flag which represents Texas gaining it's Independence.
  • Margaret Lea Houston

    Margaret Lea Houston
    Margaret Lea of Marion from Alabama married Sam Houston before his second term of presidency began.
  • Sam Houston's presidency

    Sam Houston's presidency
    Sam Houston began his second term of presidency of The Republic of Texas after defeating Mirabeau B. Lamar
  • Texas Annexation

    Texas Annexation
    Texas joined the United States becoming the 28th State.