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When did the Texas Revolution began and end?
Texas Revolution, also called War of Texas Independence, war fought from October 1835 to April 1836 between Mexico and Texas colonists that resulted in Texas’s independence from Mexico and the founding of the Republic of Texas (1836–45).
Why did the Texas Revolution happen?
The most immediate cause of the Texas Revolution was the refusal of many Texas, both Anglo and Mexican, to accept the governmental changes mandated by “Siete Leyes” which placed almost total power in the hands of the Mexican national government and Santa Anna. Many Mexicans felt exactly the same way.
Why did the Texas Revolution began in 1835?
The revolution began in October 1835, after a decade of political and cultural clashes between the Mexican government and the increasingly large population of American settlers in Texas. Determined to avenge Mexico’s honor, Santa Anna vowed to personally retake Texas.
When was the Texas Revolution won?
Remembering how badly the Texans had been defeated at the Alamo, on April 21, 1836, Houston’s army won a quick battle against the Mexican forces at San Jacinto and gained independence for Texas.
What year did Texas join the United States?
1845
On December 29, 1845, Texas became the 28th state in the United States. Formerly part of Mexico, Texas had been an independent country since 1836. Since its independence, Texas had sought annexation by the U.S. However, the process took nearly 10 years due to political divisions over slavery.
What is the timeline of the Texas Revolution?
1836
| Date | Military Events |
|---|---|
| May 14 | Treaties of Velasco signed by Republic of Texas officials and General Santa Anna. |
| May 17 | Mexican army arrives in Goliad. |
| May 28 | Lead elements of Mexican army arrive in San Patricio. |
| May 31 | Mexican army arrives on the west bank of the Nueces River. |
What came first in the Texas Revolution?
Battle of Gonzales
The first shot of the Texas Revolution was fired at the Battle of Gonzales on October 2, 1835. This marked the beginning of the revolution. Over the next three months, the Texian colonists drove all Mexican army troops out of the province.