Texas Revolution

Battle of Gonzales

Oct 2, 1835

The people who were involved were the Texans and Mexicans. This battle was important because it was one of the first battles of the war.

Siege of Bexar

Oct 12, 1835

This was a battle between the Texans and Mexicans. Mexico's leader was Stephen Austin. This was important because it showed the Texans could win the war and it was a big win in the war. It was from October 12- December 11, 1835

Battle of Concepcion

Oct 28, 1835

This was a battle between Texas which was led by Stephen Austin and Mexico. This was important because it was a turning point in the war and showed that an outnumbered Texan army could beat a Mexican army.

Battle of the Alamo

Feb 23, 1836

This was a battle between Texas and Mexico. It was from Feb 23, 1836 – Mar 6, 1836. It was important because Mexico beat a heavily outnumbered army which gave Texas motivation and started the saying "Remember the Alamo"

Battle of Coleto Creek

Mar 19, 1836

This was a battle between the Texans commanded by James Fannin and the Mexicans commanded by Urrea. This was important to the war as it led to the Goliad Massacre.

Goliad Massacre

Mar 27, 1836

This was between the Texans and Mexicans, led by James Fannin and Santa Anna. This was important because it led to the death of hundreds of Texans and painted Mexico in a bad light