Texas Revolution By Zach113458 1827 Mier y Teran Report The main cause of the Law of April 6, 1830. Apr 6, 1830 Law of April 6, 1830 Outlawed new slaves being brought into Texas. Aug 2, 1835 Battle of Gonzales The first battle of the revolution. Feb 23, 1836 Battle of the Alamo James Bowie Mar 1, 1836 Convention of 1836 Richard Ellis Mar 19, 1836 Battle of Coleto Creek/Goliad Massacre James Fannin Apr 21, 1836 Battle of San Jacinto Sam Houston