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Tensions between Texas and Mexico
Texas and Mexico both wanted the border but struggled to control it. -
Battles Of Gonzales
First military engagement of the Texas Revolution. -
Declared Independence
Texas declared independence from Mexico. -
The Alamo
A 13 day battle fought between General Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna (Mexico) and the Alamo's 200 defenders lead by James bowie and William Travis. -
Battle of Goliad
The Mexican army defeats and executes 417 Texan revolutionaries at Goliad. This inspired and brought the Texans together to break away from Mexico. -
Battle of San Jacinto and the Treaty of Velaso
Texans captured Santa Anna and in exchange for his freedom he signed the Treaty of Velaso. In this Santa Anna recognized Texas' freedom. -
The Republic of Texas
The Republic of Texas was an independent sovereign country. Sam Houston was elected as Texas' first president. -
Texas Annexation
Texas becoming a part of the United States. The U.S. gained 268,597 square miles.