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Texas Revolution

The Texas Revolution or Texas War of Independence was an armed conflict between Mexico and settlers in the Texas portion of the Mexican state Coahuila y Tejas. The war lasted from October 2, 1835 to April 21, 1836...

Timeline of Events

1835

10.2.1835

The Texas Revolution begins with the Battle of Gonzales: Mexican soldiers attempt to disarm the people of Gonzales, Texas, but encounter stiff resistance from a hastily assembled militia.

1836

3.2.1836

Texas Revolution: Declaration of independence of the Republic of Texas from Mexico.

3.6.1836

Texas Revolution: Battle of the Alamo

3.27.1836

Texas Revolution: Goliad massacre

4.21.1836

Texas Revolution: The Battle of San Jacinto

4.22.1836

Texas Revolution: A day after the Battle of San Jacinto, forces under Texas General Sam Houston capture Mexican General Antonio López de Santa Anna.