Revolution/Republic Timeline

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  • Beginning of the Texan Revolution

    From the Digital Public Library of America on the Texan Revolution
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    Sam Houston's First Presidency

    Established boundaries.
    Sent delagates to U.S. to accept Independence

  • Battle of the Alamo

    Beginning date of the Battle of the Alamo at San Antonio

  • Massacre at Fort Goliad Chapel

    300-400 Texan prisoners led by Col. Fannin executed by Mexican army.

  • End of Mexican Revolution and Battle of San Jacinto

    Source: Digital Public Library of America
    Decicive victory for Texas
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    Lamar's Presidential Administration

    Mainly known for pushing natives into Reservations and off Texan land.

  • Failed Mexican Invasion at San Antonio

    Mexican army recaptured San Antonio, but were defeated by Texan army and expelled back to Mexico
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    Second Houston Administration

    Known for defending territory from Mexico and re-opening negotiations for annexation by the U.S..

  • Texas Annexed into the United States

    Annexed by President Tyler and made an offical State of the Union.