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Texas Independence
A Texas revolution. Texas declares its independence from Mexico. They became known as the new republic of Texas. https://www.tsl.texas.gov/ref/abouttx/annexation/timeline.html
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Battle of San Jacinto
This war concluded the Texas Revolution where General Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna was captured by the Texans. This war also led to annexation of Texas from America. https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/san-jacinto-battle-of -
The United States Recognizes the Republic of Texas
This was the last act done Andrew Jackson during his presidency. This process to recognize Texas began in January and finally concluded in March. https://history.state.gov/countries/texas#:~:text=U.S.%20Recognition%20of%20Texan%20Independence,Branche%20as%20Minister%20to%20Texas. -
A Formal Offer of Annexation--Denied
A formal offer of annexation was made August 4th, 1837. President Martin Van Buren announces his opposition to the annexation of Texas because of the peace treaties America made with Mexico after the war earlier that year. Also, due to the prohibition of slavery efforts across America, the President denied the annexation. https://millercenter.org/president/martin-van-buren/key-events -
Tripartie Treaty
Senator William C. Preston proposed the tripartie treaty among the U.S, Mexico, and Texas in the U.S. Senate. Everyday of June and July, John Q. Adams spoke against this proposal. https://www.tsl.texas.gov/ref/abouttx/annexation/timeline.html -
Texas Withdraws Annexation
Due to lack of interest on behalf of the U.S. Senate, Texas decides to withdraw their proposal for annexation. https://www.loc.gov/resource/sn83030312/1838-10-12/ed-1/?sp=1&r=-1.083,-0.093,3.166,1.63,0
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Approval of Annexation Withdraw
Texas Congress approves President Sam Houston's withdraw of the annexation proposal. Although, during his second term as president, he urges annexation again and passes it in 1845. https://www.tsl.texas.gov/lobbyexhibits/mural-annexation#:~:text=At%20Sam%20Houston's%20request%2C%20the,withdrawal%20on%20January%2023%2C%201839. -
Armistice
Sam Houston issues a proclamation. It declares armistice between Mexico and the United States. Generals of the Texan army met with the Mexican army near the Rio Grand and released all Mexican prisoners. https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/republic-of-texas -
Annexation Treaty Signed
The proposed annexation treaty by Sam Houston (during his second term) was finally signed between the two countries. https://www.tsl.texas.gov/ref/abouttx/annexation/timeline.html -
Joint Resolution Passes House of Representatives.
The annexation of Texas is almost official. On this day, it passes the house of Representatives. https://www.tsl.texas.gov/ref/abouttx/annexation/timeline.html -
Annexation Signed
President Tyler signs the annexation treaty. Although, the remaining year, the voters in the U.S. House continue to fight against annexation. https://www.tsl.texas.gov/ref/abouttx/annexation/timeline.html -
Texas: The 28th State
After many debates in the Unites States government, the U.S. Senate votes Texas as a U.S. state. The voters 31 to 14 (7 abstained) https://www.tsl.texas.gov/ref/abouttx/annexation/timeline.html