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Battle of Gonzales
The Battle of Gonzales took place on August 2, 1835. It was a battle for a cannon that the Texans still had that the Mexicans wanted back. It was significant because without this battle the Texans wouldn't have rebelled against Mexico. -
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The Siege of Bexar
The Siege of Bexar took place on August 12, 1835. It was between Texans who besieged San Antonio de Bexar which was controlled by Mexicans. It was significant because it contributed to Santa Anna's frustration which made him send more troops to Texas to gain control. It also led to the Battle of the Alamo. -
The Battle of Concepcion
The Battle of Concepcion took place on August 28, 1835. It was the first major armed conflict between the Texans and the Mexicans. It was significant because it was a Texan victory. -
Battle of the Alamo
The Battle of the Alamo took place on February 23, 1836. It was between the Texans that were at the Alamo and the Mexicans that were trying to take it. This battle was significant because it was a Mexican victory and inspired the Texans to fight Mexico. -
Battle of Coleto Creek
The Battle of Coleto Creek took place on March 19, 1836. It was between Fannin and his troops and the Mexicans led by Jose de Urrea. It was significant because it was an easy win for the Mexicans and led to the Goliad massacre which inspired the Texans to rise against the Mexicans. -
The Goliad Massacre
The Goliad Massacre took place on March 27, 1836. The Texans that were captured by the Mexicans were brutally murdered on that day. It was significant because it motivated Texans and Americans to help defeat Santa Anna and Mexico.