History of North America

What was the battle that took place in Texas?

The Battle of San Jacinto

- The Battle of San Jacinto was a decisive battle of the Texas Revolution, fought on April 21, 1836, between the Republic of Texas and Mexico.

- The battle was fought near present-day Houston, Texas, about a month after the Texas Declaration of Independence was issued on March 2, 1836.

- The battle was a complete victory for the Texans and resulted in the capture of Mexican General Antonio López de Santa Anna, the president of Mexico.

- The battle is considered a turning point in the Texas Revolution and led to the eventual independence of Texas from Mexico.