Law of April 1830
Santa Anna
What date marked the beginning of the TX Revolution?
oct 2, 1835
What was the Alamo originally?
A small community church
( month and year)
Who was the leader of the texas army?
Sam Houston
Why was the new law passed in 1830?
To protect Mexican Texas
What did Santa Anna do that upset Texans?
He got rid of the constitution and became a dictator
Who were the famous leaders that took control of the Alamo from mx? 2
James Bowie and Colonel William B Travis
Why didn't Colonel James W. Fannin follow the orders of General Houston immediately?
He wanted to wait for the rest of his soldiers to return from their missions.
What did the TX rebels shout as they entered into battle?
"Remember the Alamo" or " Remember Goliad"
When did Mexico declare its Independence from Spain?
1821
What was the first thing Santa Anna did to the Texan settlers as a dictator?
He began trying to recover military equipment lent to Texas
What did Sam Houston suggest to the soldiers at the Alamo?
He said that they should abandon the alamo
How many died during the massacre?
350 souls
The Texans did not attack on the morning of April 21st, what did Santa Anna have his troops do instead?
Santa Anna let his troops relax
did Santa Anna pass the law of 1830?
no, it was president Bustamante
Did the texans win or lose the battle of Gonzalez?
They kept their cannon so they won!
Who established the Alamo first?
( country and year) 1500s, 1600s, 1700s, 1800, 1900?
Spain 1700's
Why did Colonel Fannin raise the white flag?
Fannin was willing to give up for mercy.
What happened to Santa Anna during the surprise attack? ( 2 parts)
He was captured and then released after signing a treaty.
Why were Texan immigrants angry at the law?
taxes, slavery, and banned immigration
Why was this battle so important?
It is important because it made sure both sides knew they were in for a battle. This was remembered as the FIRST fight in a 1.5 yr long war.
How many days were the texans able to hold of Mexican troops?
13 days
Why did Santa Anna replace General Urea?
General Urea wanted to keep the prisoners but Santa Anna wanted to kill them all.
What was a major change that helped the Texans after winning the battle?
They could join the united states and win more territory