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Tensions between Texas and Mexico
Texas and Mexico both wanted the border but they were struggling to control it. -
Battle of Gonzales
The first military engagement of the Texas Revolution. It was fought between Texan Settlers and Mexican army soldiers. -
Declared Independence
Texas was declared independent from Mexico -
The Alamo
A 13 day battle fought between General Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna (Mexico) and the Alamo’s 200 defenders lead by James Bowie and William Travis -
Battle of Goliad
The Mexican army killed over 400 Texans. It inspired Texans to break away completely from Mexico. -
Battle of San Jacinto and the Treaty of Velasco
Texas militia Sam Houston launched a surprise attack against the Mexican General Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna at the Battle of San Jacinto. In exchange for his freedom, Santa Anna signed the treaty of Velasco recognizing Texas' independence. -
The Republic of Texas
The Republic of Texas was an independent sovereign country. The first president was Sam Houston. The citizens voted 3277 to 91 in favor of leaving their own country. -
Texan Annexation
The Republic of Texas declared independence from the Republic of Mexico. America gained 268,597 square miles.
