Texas Revolution Key Events

A Mexican law that restricted immigration from the US, banned the introduction of enslaved people into Texas, and imposed trade taxes to control Texas.

A report from 1829 to the Mexican government warning of the growing American influence and instability in Texas.

A statement of loyalty to the Constitution of 1824 by Texas settlers, protesting against the actions of the Mexican government official Bradburn.

Bradburn's mishandling of the land grants, dismissal of local leaders, and abuse of power led to retaliation from the settlers.

Texas settlers, including Tejanos, desired self-governance and profitable trade, causing conflict with the increasingly centralized Mexican government.

General Houston's decision to retreat during the Texas Revolution was strategic, aiming to avoid a direct confrontation with Santa Anna's army and gain advantages, such as recruiting more soldiers and utilizing rivers for tactical maneuvers.

Houston ordered the burning of Gonzales to prevent Santa Anna's forces from using the town as a base of operations, hindering their advance and disrupting their plans.

Houston's retreat to Goliad aimed to gather more troops and resources and prepare for a future confrontation with Santa Anna's army. This strategic move was part of his plan to outmaneuver the Mexican forces and gain a tactical advantage.

The 'Runaway Scrape' was a mass exodus of Texan civilians who fled from Santa Anna's advancing army, fearing brutal reprisals and violence. This event was fueled by reports of cruelty and massacres committed by the Mexican forces.

The San Jacinto River became the site of the decisive battle between Houston's Texan forces and Santa Anna's Mexican army, marking a turning point in the Texas Revolution.

The Mexican government was increasingly restrictive and didn't allow Texans the freedom they wanted, leading to the Texas Revolution.

Stephen F. Austin, Sam Houston, William B. Travis, James Bowie, and others were major figures in leading the fight for Texan independence.

In 1836, a group of Texan defenders held off a larger Mexican army for 13 days at the Alamo mission in San Antonio before ultimately being defeated.

The Alamo's heroic defense inspired other Texans to fight for their independence. The phrase "Remember the Alamo!" became a rallying cry for the revolution.

After the fall of the Alamo, a force of Texan soldiers under Fannin was captured by Mexican troops at Goliad. They were executed, despite a promise of surrender.

The bravery of the defenders at the Alamo and Goliad, the leadership of Sam Houston, and the tactics he employed in the Battle of San Jacinto all played a role in Texan independence.

These events galvanized Texas resistance, inspired a sense of unity, and ultimately led to Texan independence.

The Alamo and Goliad became symbols of sacrifice and courage, inspiring Texans to fight for their independence and shaping their national identity.