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Texas Revolution
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The Battle of Gonzales
A small scuffle between Texas rebels and Mexican officials. Texans were angry over the new decree stating that American citizens were prohibited from coming to Mexico. Texans were enraged, and picked a fight with Mexican officials. -
Signing of the Declaration of Independence
On March 1, George C. Childress set up the Texas Declaration of Independence. The next day, over 40 delegates from different regions came together to sign it. This Declaration was not too different from America's. -
Battle of the Alamo
This was a battle lasting for 11 days against the Mexican army. After the Mexican army invaded the fort, the Battle of the Alamo ended badly for the Texans. However, the Texans' tenacity depleted a lot of Mexican troops. -
The Runaway Scrape
Families fled after hearing of the fall of the Alamo. Sam Houston's troops continually retreated to gather more troops. -
Fannin's Surrender at Coleto Creek
Fannin let his men rest when they were attacked by Mexican forces. He came to an agreement with general Jose Urrea to come quietly. In exchange, Urrea would try to convince Santa Anna to spare them. -
The Goliad Massacre
Fannins' troops were defeated by Gen. Jose Urrea at the battle of Coleto Creek. Urrea begged to spare Fannin's troops, but Santa Anna refused. All troops under Col. Fannin were executed as prisoners of Mexico. -
Santa Anna Burns Harrisburg
Several days before, Sam Houston ordered an evacuation of the town Harrisburg. A few days later, Santa Anna burned the town Harrisburg on his way to Houston's army. He did this to ensure nobody would be able to keep anything. -
The Battle of San Jacinto
The final battle of the Texas Revolution. Santa Anna let his troops rest after a long journey. While they were sleeping, Sam Houston's troops attacked them. Bewildered, the Mexicans lost the battle quickly. -
Vince's Bayou Bridge is Destroyed
Houston's army destroyed Vince's Bayou Bridge to prevent the Mexican army from retreating. Houston sent Deaf Smith and several other men to destroy the bridge. This ensured the victory of the Texans. -
Santa Anna Signs the Treaties of Velasco
After the Battle of San Jacinto, Santa Anna fled. A few days later, he was captured and brought to Sam Houston. Taken prisoner, he agreed to give Texas in return for his life.
