Revolution/ Republic Timeline

  • Treaty was signed between Texas Commissioners and the Cherokee Indians

  • The Battle of the Alamo Started

  • William Barret Travis wrote a letter from the Alamo

  • Battle of San Patricio

  • Texas declares Independence from Mexico.

  • John Jones and Thomas Gay wrote the Friends and Citizens of Texas letter.

  • Battle of Aqua Dulce

  • The Battle of the Alamo Comes to an End

  • Battle of Refugio

  • The Battle of Coleto

  • Texans surrendered, ending the Battle of Coleto

  • Emily West was kidnapped by Santa Anna's army, forcing her to accompany the Mexican army to the battle of San Jacinto. She is known as the "Yellow Rose of Texas" as speculations arose that she helped the Texans by keeping Santa Anna busy in his tent.

  • Sam Houston made notes of his plans to meet Santa Anna. He made several copies and sent them to friends in case he did not survive the battle.

  • Houston's army wins at the Battle of San Jacinto

  • Santa Anna signed the Treaty of Velasco, ending the war and securing independence for Texas

  • Houston is elected as first President of the Republic of Texas

  • A resolution to recognize Texas was introduced to the U.S. Senate.

  • Santa Anna arrived in Washington, DC.

  • The U.S. recognizes the Republic of Texas which was the last act of the Jackson Presidency.

  • The city of Houston is Founded

  • Peter Krag designed the Lone Star Flag

  • Houston serves a second term as President of Texas.

  • President Tyler signs Annexation Resolution

  • Texas gains statehood, becoming the 28th state.