Texians were white American immigrants to Mexican Texas and, later, citizens of the Republic of Texas. Today, the term is used to identify early Anglo settlers of Texas, especially those who supported
A series of illustrations from the 19th-century book For the Liberty of Texas, depicting scenes from the Texas Revolution.
The Battle of San Jacinto, where Texian forces secured their independence from Mexico.
Sam Houston, leader of the Texian Army during the Texas Revolution, played a pivotal role in securing Texas' independence from Mexico.
A photograph of the Gonzales Battle Memorial, commemorating the early skirmish that marked the beginning of the Texas Revolution.
The Battle of the Alamo was a pivotal event and military engagement in the Texas Revolution. Following a 13-day siege, Mexican troops under President General Antonio López de Santa Anna reclaimed the
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…a supporter of cooperation with Mexico, he later became an advocate for Texian self-rule. William B. Travis – Best known for his leadership at the Battle of the Alamo, Travis became a symbol of Texian resistance. His famous letter calling for reinforcements remains one of the most iconic documents of the Texas…
The Alamo, as drawn in 1854
The Fall of the Alamo, painted by Theodore Gentilz in 1844, depicts the Alamo complex from the south. The Low Barracks, the church, and the wooden palisade connecting them are in the foreground.
James Bowie arrived at the Alamo Mission on January 19 with orders to destroy the complex. He instead became the garrison's co-commander.
General Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna led Mexican troops into Texas in 1836.