Salter_Unit 2 Revolution/Republic Timeline

  • Sam Houston Becomes the First President of the Republic of Texas

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    The Battle of the Alamo

    The Battle of the Alamo is known for its impactful role in Texas's battle for independence. The battle consisted of approximately one-hundred and eighty Americans, made of immigrants and native Texans, fought up to five thousand Mexican soldiers for thirteen days before being defeated.
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  • Texas Declaration of Independence signed

    Texas Declaration of Independence signed

    Five months after the start of Texas's rebellion against the Mexican government, fifty-nine delegates signed the the Texas Declaration of Independence. This formally announced the independence of the Republic of Texas from Mexico. The document held similar principles to the U.S. Declaration of Independence. Gov
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  • The Battle of Fort Goliad

    The Battle of Fort Goliad

    Colonel James W. Fannin's troops were captured by the Mexican arm after a brief battle. Fannin's soldiers were held prisoner for a week until Mexican General Santa Anna order all of the soldiers to be executed. Between three and four hundred Americans were killed on March 27, 1836. Battle of Fort Goliad Image
  • The Battle of San Jacinto

    The Battle of San Jacinto

    The Battle of San Jacinto was the final battle with Mexico during the Texas Revolution. Eighteen minutes passed before Mexico surrendered. The attack occurred in broad-daylight. Texas had nine casualties and 30 wounded. Mexico had 630 casualties, 208 wounded, and 730 prisoner. It is known for its famous war cry, “Remember the Alamo! Remember Goliad!” Gov
  • Treaties of Velasco signed

    Treaties of Velasco signed

    Presidents David G. Burnet and Santa Anna signed both public and private treaties of Velasco. This treaty confirmed the Mexican retreat and announced the end of the war.
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  • Sam Houston Becomes President of the Republic of Texas Again

  • The Annexation of Texas

    The Annexation of Texas

    Texas joined the United States as the 28th U.S. state under U.S. President James Polk. Gov
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  • James K. Polk Becomes President

    James K. Polk Becomes President

    President Polk played a key role in the annexation of Texas. The U.S. Congress asked Texas to join its union even before Polk officially took office. He extended the boundary line of Texas to the source of the Rio Grande and the mouth of the river on the Gulf coast.
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