Revolution/Republic Timeline

By IvonneT1117

  • Texas' Independence

    The Texas Declaration of independence signed and declaring independence from Mexico.

  • The Alamo's end

    The Battle of the Alamo ends after 13 days as Mexican forces defeat Texas.

  • Goliad Massacre

    Texas' forces, led by Sam Houston, defeated Santa Anna's army in 18 minutes to secure the independence of Texas.

  • Treaties of Velasco are signed

    Santa Anna agreed to withdraw Mexican troops and recognize Texas independence.

  • Texas' President

    Sam Houston is inaugurated as the first President of the republic of Texas.

  • Recognition

    The U.S. finally recognizes the Republic of Texas as an independent nation.

  • Mirabeau B. Lamar

    Mirabeau succeeds Sam Houston as President of Texas. His presidency is determined as aggressive towards Native Americans opposes annexation.

  • Texas Capital's Home

    The Texas capital was once again was moved to Austin, under Mirabeau's administration.

  • The Battle of Plum Creek

    The Texas' forces defeated Comanche warriors after the Council House Fight escalated tensions.

  • Second Presidency

    Sam Houston began his second term as President of the Republic of Texas. Houston reversed some of Mirabeau's policies and renewed efforts for U.S. annexation.

  • Mier Expedition

    The Texan's forces crossed into Mexico but were captured. This lead to the infamous Black Bean Episode, where prisoners are executed by lot.

  • Annexation Efforts

    The Texas-U.S. Annexation Treaty is signed but rejected by the U.S. Senate.

  • Officially Annexed

    Texas was officially annexed by the U.S. and became the 28th state.