* Fredonian Rebellion (1826): One of the first organized resistance efforts against Mexican rule, the Fredonian Rebellion was a short-lived attempt by American settlers to establish a republic in Texas. However, the rebellion was not well coordinated, and settlers from the United States did not provide the support that was expected.
* Turtle Bayou Resolutions (1832): The Turtle Bayou Resolutions were a series of demands made by the Texas colonists in 1832. These demands included the right to elect their own state legislature, the right to religious freedom, and the repeal of the Mexican government's immigration restrictions. The Mexican government refused to meet these demands, which further inflamed tensions between the colonists and the Mexican authorities.
* The Law of April 6, 1830: This law abolished slavery in Mexico. Despite the fact that the law was never effectively implemented in Texas, it caused great alarm among many Anglo settlers, who relied heavily on slave labor.
* The Texan Revolution Began: In 1835, the Texas Revolution began with a series of battles between Texan and Mexican forces. The Texans were motivated by a desire for self-government and independence from Mexico.