The Texas Revolution

Battle of the Gonzales

Oct 2, 1835

This was the first spark of the Texas Revolution, called the Battle of the Gonzales.

Siege of Bexar

Oct 12, 1835

This was a siege where the Texian Army defeated Mexican Forces. This occurred at San Antonio De Bexar, and this was called the Siege of Bexar.

Battle of the Alamo

Feb 23, 1836

A group of Texian Volunteers overwhelmed Mexican Forces and captured the Alamo Fort and which seized control of San Antonio.

Fall of the Alamo

Mar 6, 1836

On the 13th day of the siege, Mexican forces were victorious in recapturing the fort, in which around 200 defenders of the Alamo died.

Goliad Massacre

Mar 27, 1836

On March 27, 1836, Mexicans opened fire on the weaponless soldiers and executed 342 men.

Battle of San Jacinto

Apr 21, 1836

The Texian Militia surprise attacked the Mexican forces who were under General Santa Anna and hundreds of Mexicans were taken as prisoners including Santa Anna himself.