Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: The Lone Star Republic
Why did Mexico encourage settlement of Americans in Texas? Why did the Americans chafe under Mexican rule? Find out how this led to the Texas Revolution and the declaration of Texas as an independent country.
San Jacinto Museum of History
San Jacinto Museum: Revolution: Timeline of Events
Presents a six-year timeline from April, 1830, when the Mexican government outlawed emigration of American settlers into Texas to the April, 1836, the Battle of Jacinto. Links to websites for additional information.
San Jacinto Museum of History
San Jacinto Museum: The Battle of San Jacinto: April, 21, 1836
Read this account of the Battle of Jacinto from the San Jacinto Museum to find out not only what happened in the battle, but what the importance of the battle was in the history of the United States.