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Consultation of Texas
The consultation of Texas were meetings in 1835 and 1836 where Texian leaders addresses the escalating tensions with Mexico and formed a provisional government organized military efforts, and eventually declared Texas independence from Mexico.
The Man on the picture is Lieutenant Governor James W. Robinson who became governor after the council impeached Henry Smith. -
Battle of Gonzales
The Battle of Gonzales, on October 2 1835, marked the beginning of the Texas Revolution. Texian settlers refused to surrender a cannon to Mexican soldiers leading to a skirmish where the Texian successfully defended the cannon. This event is often referred to as the “Lexington of Texas” -
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Battle of Concepción
The Battle of Concepción took place on October 28 1835, during the Texas Revolution. It was a small engagement where Texian militia successfully repelled a Mexican attack, boosting Texian morale and confidence in their ability to resist Mexican forces. -
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Siege of the Alamo
The Siege of the Alamo took place from February 23 to March 6 1836. Texian defenders, including famous figures like Davy Crockett and Jim Bowie, held off Mexican forces led by General Santa Anna. Despite their brave defense, the Texian were ultimately overwhelmed, and the battle ended in a Mexican victory. -
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Runaway Scrape
The Runaway Scrape was a mass exodus of Texian civilians fleeing their homes in fear of the advancing Mexican army. Occurring as Mexican forces under General Santa Anna moved towards Texian settlements, the Runaway Scrape was characterized by chaos, panic, and hardship as families sought safety and refuge eastward, often enduring harsh conditions along the way. It significantly impacted the Texian population and further fueled their determination to resist Mexican forces. -
Declaration of Independence of Texas
On march 2 1836 delegates gathered at Washington-on-the-Brazos and formally declared Texas’ independence from Mexico by adopting the Texas Declaration of Independence. This document outlined the grievances against the Mexican government and proclaimed the establishment of the Republic of Texas, marking a significant step towards Texian autonomy and self governance. -
Battle of Coleto
The Battle of Coleto occurred on March 19-20 1836, during the Texas Revolution. Texian forces, commanded by Colonel James Fannin (picture), were defeated by Mexican forces led by General José Urrea. The battle resulted in the capture of Fannin and his men, who were later executed in the Goliad Massacre. -
Goliad Massacre
The Goliad Massacre occurred on March 27, 1836. After the battle of Coleto, around 342 Texian prisoners, including colonel James Fannin and his men, were executed by Mexican forces under orders from General Santa Anna. This event became a symbol of Mexican brutality and further fueled to Texian resolve to fight for Independence. -
Battle of San Jacinto
The Battle of San Jacinto was fought on April 21 1836, was the decisive battle of the Texas Revolution. Texian forces, led by General Sam Houston, launched a surprise attack on the Mexican army under General Santa Anna’s command. The battle resulted in a stunning victory for the Texian, with Santa Anna captured and forced to sign the Treaties of Velasco, granting Texas Independence from Mexico. -
Treaties of Velasco
The Treaties of Velasco were signed between Texas representatives and General Santa Anna of Mexico, following the battle of San Jacinto. These treaties effectively ended the Texas Revolution. They comprised two documents: a public treaty and a secret treaty. The public treaty recognized Texas as an independent republic, while the secret treaty secured Santa Anna’s release in exchange for his agreement to lobby for the recognition of Texas independence.