Revolution beginning
what was the first battle of the Revolution?
The Battle of Gonzales.
What is Father Hildago known for?
giving The Grito de Dolores. He is said to be "the father of Mexican independence"
what is the Battle of Gonzales also called?
The Lexington of Texas
when was this meeting origianlly scheduled?
October 15.
What two government partys were there?
The war party and the Peace party
Who is Stephen F. Austin?
Moses Austin's son. He was responsible for bringing the first Angle settlers to Texas. He was later put in prision by Mexico and came back to Texas ready to lead settlers in war. He commanded 300 settlers at the Battle of Golidad.
When was the Battle of Gonzales?
October 2, 1835
why was it pushed back to November 3?
the battles of Gonzales and Golidad
what did the war party want?
The war party wanted to get independence and to fight.
who was the governor of Texas?
Henry Smith
Who won the Battle of Gonzales?
Texas!
how many delegates were there from how many towns?
58 delegates from 14 towns
what did the peace party want?
the peace party wanted to stay with Mexico and not fight.
who was the lieutenant governor?
James W Robinson
Why did the Battle happen?
Mexico wanted its cannon back and settlers refused to give it back.
How many people voted for independence/war and how many voted for peace?
33 voted against independence and 14 voted for it.
what were the 2 battles that made settlers think they could win?
the Battle of Gonzales and the Battle of Golidad
who was the commander of Army?
Sam Houston
What was the flag from The Battle of Gonzales saying?
"Come and Take It!"
Did the peace party or the war party win?
the peace party.