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On Septemeber 16, 1810 Mexico declared war for its independence from Spain, leading to a decade-long war. Led by Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, gaining its independence from Spain and declaring its independence on September 27, 1821. -
Key dates in Texas History
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Battle of Gonzales- First military engagement into the Texas Revolution, On October 2, 1835, fighting began over land and cultural differences between the Texas settlers and the Mexican army. This battle started the series of stages to establishing the Republicans of Texas in 1836. Texas successfully fought for its independence, bearing the "Come and Take It" flag. -
Feb 23, 1836 – Mar 6, 1836,- Pivoral event into the Texas Revolution, conflicts led to battle between Texas Revolutionary forces and the Mexican Army over independence from Mexican rule, led by General Santa Anna. The Mexican Army defeats the Texans.
Famous Figures-
James Bowie- American Pionneer, Frontiersman.
William B. Travis- American Lawyer/Soldier (Lieutenant colonel in the Texian Army).
Davy Crockett- Former U.S. Representative, Frotniersman, solider in the Texas Revolution. -
This battle began in La Porte (Deer Park, Texas NOW) on April 21, 1836, and was the final part of the Texas Revolution, Led by Sam Houston Texan forces defeated the Mexican Army which led to Texas gaining its independence. -
On December 29, 1845, Texas is admitted to The Union, becoming the 28th state to join the U.S., following the annexation of Texas. -
Apr 25, 1846 – Feb 2, 1848,- Conflicts over territory between the U.S. and Mexico led to war, after the Annexation of Texas. In the end, this war led to the signing of the Treaty Of Guadalupe, giving the U.S. majority of the land (Texas, California).
Famous Figures ALL FOUGHT IN THE WAR
Robert E. Lee- General in the U.S. Army
Ulysses S. Grant- General in U.S. Army, (Former) 18th President
Stonewall Jackson- General in the U.S. Army -
Federal Holiday "Juneteenth" June 19, 1865,- General Gorden Granger arrives in Galveston, TX with Troops, announcing that Enslaved African Americans in Texas were Emancipated, and ALL SLAVES WERE FREE. -
On August 20, 1866, President Johnson issued the Proclamation of Peace and announced the end of the Civil War between the U.S. and Texas. -
The CURRENT Constitution of Texas took effect February 15, 1876,- Giving limited government, separation of powers, and individual liberties. Texas is seen as FREE & INDEPENDENT following only the U.S. Constitution. -
Galveston Hurrican- August 27, 1900 – September 12, 1900, Known for the deadliest natural disaster, and creating the "Galveston Plan" in 1901 after the crisis forming a new type of municipal government used in the U.S.