Precursor of the Texas Revolution
Who is known as the main promoter of American settlement in Texas?
Stephen F. Austin
What was the reason for Mexican forces coming to Gonzales?
To retrieve a cannon
"I am besieged by a thousand or more of the Mexicans..."
William B. Travis
Who led the White-Anglo troops at the Battle of the Alamo?
William B. Travis
Where was the Texas Constitution of 1836 drafted?
Washington-on-the-Brazos
Who were the primary settlers in early 19th-century Texas?
Anglo Settlers
What was the immediate impact of the Battle of Gonzales on White-Anglo Texans?
Boosted confidence/inspired for Texians to continue their fight for independence
First President of the Republic of Texas
Sam Houston
Who led the Mexican forces against the Texians at the Alamo?
General Santa Anna
What type of government did the Texas Constitution establish?
Republic
This law halted immigration from the United States to Texas, aimed to control the growing population and reinforced taxes on goods from the U.S., escalating tensions.
Law of April 6th 1830
What was the slogan used by Texians in the Battle of Gonzales?
"Come and Take It"
Dictator of Mexico who advocated strong central government and total control over Texas
General Santa Anna
Who were three of the notable leaders defending the Alamo?
James Bowie, William B. Travis, Davy Crockett
What were the term limits set for the President under the Texas Constitution of 1836?
3 years for the President
What did the Mexican government explicitly/clearly restrict that angered white-Anglo settlers ?
African Slaves
Why is the Battle of Gonzales considered historically significant?
First battle of the Texas Revolution
an Empresario who was imprisoned by the Mexican Gov. under Santa Anna for a year after sending a letter to the Mex. Gov. asking for Texas independence and the lift of Slave restrictions.
Stephen F. Austin
What factor ultimately led to the devasting defeat of the White-Anglos against Santa Anna's forces?
The White-Anglos Chose to defend the Alamo despite being outnumbered
How did the Texas Constitution of 1836 address the issue of slavery?
Recognized and protected slavery
What role did Tejano leaders play in the Texas Revolution?
They were vital allies and supporters for Texan independence
Who was the commander of the Texian forces at Gonzales?
John H. Moore
Designed the first flag of Texas and served as Vice president of the new Republic of Texas under Sam Houston
Lorenzo de Zavala
Why was the Battle at San Jacinto considered a turning point in Texas History?
White-Anglos won in a decisive victory over the Mexican soldiers giving the White-Anglos the upper hand.
This section of the Texas Constitution of 1836 expressly outlined the rights of individuals, such as freedom of speech, religion, and the press. What is the common term for this section that protects individual liberties?
Bill of Rights' / Civil Rights or Liberties