Revolution/Republic Timeline

By Sara Savage

  • Texas Declaration of Independence

    Texas formally declared independence from Mexico at Washington-on-the-Brazos.

  • Battle of the Alamo

    Texan defenders, including James Bowie and William B. Travis, are killed by Mexican forces under Santa Anna.

  • Battle of San Jacinto

    Sam Houston led a surprise attack on Santa Anna’s forces; captured Santa Anna.

  • Treaties of Velasco

    Santa Anna signed public and secret treaties recognizing Texan independence.

  • Sam Houston's First Presidency

    Stabilized new republic, worked toward U.S. annexation.

  • Mirabeau B. Lamar’s Presidency

    Expansionist policies, moved capital to Austin, Native American conflicts.

  • Council House Fight

    Failed peace negotiations with Comanche; ended in violence.

  • Santa Fe Expedition

    Lamar’s failed attempt to annex Santa Fe; participants captured by Mexico.

  • Sam Houston’s Second Presidency

    Retrenchment, avoided war with Mexico, restored peace efforts.

  • Texas Annexed to the United States

    Texas officially becomes the 28th state of the United States.