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Texas Revolution
Saw the battle of the Alamo, along with other small battles the Texian militia tried to overthrow the much more powerful Mexican Army. -
Treaty between Texas Commissioners and Cherokee Indians
Houston sought to make a treaty with Cherokee that sought to promote peace between them and avoid conflicts. -
Texas Declared Independence
Settlers formed a provisional government and declared their independence from the Mexican Government -
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Battle of the Alamo
Was a 13 day long siege that ended in defeat for the Texian militia. Although they were severely outnumbered, they still managed to hold off for 13 days. -
Texas Militia Beat the Mexican Troops in Battle of San Jacinto
Houston launched a surprise attack on Santa Anna along the San Jacinto River. Captured Santa Anna. -
Treaty of Velasco
Treaty that was signed between Houston and Santa Anna that ended the war of San Jacinto -
Tyler-Texas Treaty
Tyler sought to compromise with Texas so they might become annexed and a part of the U.S. -
Texas Annexation
Texas became the 28th state