Key Events and Figures in Texas History

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Battle of the Alamo

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A pivotal event in the Texas Revolution where Texan defenders fought against the Mexican army and lost.

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The Runaway Scrape

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The period of panic and evacuation by Texas residents fleeing the advancing Mexican army that burned downs towns as they passed during the Texas Revolution.

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Battle of San Jacinto

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The decisive battle of the Texas Revolution where Texan forces, led by Sam Houston, defeated the Mexican army.

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Mirabeau B. Lamar

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The second President of the Republic of Texas, known for his policies of education and expansion.

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Samuel Houston

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A key leader in the Texas Revolution and the first President of the Republic of Texas.

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William B. Travis

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A commander of Texan forces at the Battle of the Alamo, known for his letter appealing for reinforcements.

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Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna

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The Mexican general and president who led the Mexican forces during the Texas Revolution.

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Texas Constitution of 1836

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The document that established the Republic of Texas, declaring independence from Mexico.

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The Republic of Texas

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The independent nation of Texas from 1836 to 1846 before it became a state in the United States.

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Texas Secession

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The event in 1861 when Texas seceded from the United States to join the Confederate States during the Civil War. Caused by the election of Lincoln as president in 1860.