Timeline of Events in Texan Struggle for Indpendence

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  • Mexican Government Forbids Further American Emigration to Texas

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    Texan Independence

  • Battle of Velasco

    Also, Convention of 1832 was called by Texans to ask for reforms in government policy towards Texas.

  • Convention of 1833

    Another attempt by Texans at reforms after the rejection in 1832. (exact date unavailable)

  • Stephen Austin Arrested Without Any Specific Charges

    (exact date not available)

  • Battle of Gonzales

    Beginning of Texan war of independence.

  • Battle of Goliad

    Won by Texas.

  • Battle of Concepcion

    Won by Texans, despite being outnumbered 5 to 1.

  • Seige of Bexar

    Texans capture San Antonio.

  • Convention of 1836

    Attempt to sign a constitution and form a new government.

  • Texas Decleration of Independence is Adopted

  • Battle of Alamo

    Battle lost by Texas, resulting in Santa Anna executing many Texan soldiers.

  • Goliad Massacre

    The killing of the surrendered Texans at the Battle of the Alamo. Santa Anna orders the execution of 400 Texans.

  • Battle of San Jacinto

    Under Sam Houstin, Texans defeat General Santa Anna and capture him. This battle secured independence for Texas.