Texas History Finals Flashcards
Which group was committed to fighting Santa Anna’s Rule (War or Peace Party)
Both Groups were committed to fighting Santa Anna’s Rule
What was the first battle of the Texas Revolution?
The Battle of Gonzales
What happened at the Convention of 1836? Where was Santa Anna during this time?
The Texans Discussed separate statehood, possible independence. Santa Anna was marching into San Antonio
Compare and Contrast the U.S Constitution and the Texas Constitution
U. S. Texas
State conventions Popular vote
Similar
When is Texas Independence day? Why is that date Texas Independence Day?
March 2nd. That is when they Declared Independence
Explain the Battle of San Antonio De Bexar
By December, the Texan volunteers were growing restless. They seemed to be making no progress. They were also hungry, winter approaching, and they lacked clothing for cold weather. The Texan leaders argued over whether or not to attack San Antonio.
Burleson thought about ending the siege. Before he decided to do so, however, a Mexican officer surrendered. The officer said the Mexican army was in poor condition. Low morale and limited supplies meant that they might be easily defeated. The Texan leaders discussed what to do, but decided not to attack.
Not everyone agreed with that decision. One who disagreed was Benjamin Milam. Milam, an empresario, had taken part in the capture of Goliad and then marched with the army to San Antonio. He believed that a major victory was vital to the cause of independence. Such a victory would encourage Texans to continue the fight. He pleaded with the Texan fighters to join him in an attack, asking “Who will go with old Ben Milam into San Antonio?”
About 300 men volunteered to go with him. Milam organized an attack that began before dawn on December 5. He divided his force into two columns, leading one himself and assigning Francis W. Johnson to lead the other. With this surprise attack, the Texans were able to seize houses north of San Antonio’s public square. The Mexican army responded with cannon and musket fire, halting the Texans’ advance.
The battle lasted four days. Milam’s troops had the advantage because the Mexican army was trained to fight on open battlefields, not through the streets of a town. On the third day of the battle, Milam was killed and Johnson took command. During the fighting, the Mexican forces were driven toward the center of town. They took refuge in the abandoned mission called the Alamo. On December 9, Cós, his supplies exhausted, asked for terms of surrender. In the four days of fighting, the Texans lost only two men and reported 21 wounded. The Mexicans suffered much higher casualties, with about 150 soldiers killed, wounded, or captured.
The surrender agreement required the Mexican soldiers to move south of the Rio Grande. Cós also promised that he would never again fight against the colonists or the Constitution of 1824.
The capture of San Antonio was a great victory for the Texans. Their volunteer army had defeated a larger, trained military force. They had captured San Antonio and now held the Alamo and the presidio at Goliad. More importantly, Texas soil was cleared of Mexican troops. With this victory, many volunteers thought that the war was over. Believing that victory was won, Texan volunteers began to return to their homes.
Differences between the Peace Party and the War Party
Both Groups were committed to fighting Santa Anna’s rule, but the Peace Party wanted to negotiate with Mexico, and the War Party wanted independence
•What role did Stephen F. Austin play in the provisional Government?
Commissioner to the United States
What battle of the Texas Revolution is known as the Lexington of Texas?
It was the First Battle of the Revolution
How did William Travis treat his men prior to the Battle?
He was brutally honest with them about their chances of Survival
How many waves of Attack took place at the battle?
Three
How many letters did Travis write to the Texas Government asking for help?
Multiple Letters
How did Sam Houston feel about the Alamo being defended?
He thought the fort should be abandoned
Why did the Alamo attack last only 90 minutes?
They were severely outnumbered
What did Santa Anna’s Red Flag signify?
No prisoners / No mercy
How did Texans react to the massacre at Goliad?
They were outraged that men who voluntarily surrendered were executed
How did the Alamo event inspire other Texans?
It became a rallying cry for the revolution
How did the cry of “Remember the Alamo!” show that Santa Anna was wrong about the effect of his victory?
It showed the spirit and dedication of the Texans to their Cause
What was the Runaway Scrape?
The fleeing of Texans citizens from their homes as Santa Anna came into the Texas Countryside
How long did the Battle of San Jacinto Last?
18 Minutes
