Synopsis
Texas Revolution In 1833, the new Mexican president, Santa Anna, wanted to have more control over Texas. American colonists outnumbered Mexican-born people in Texas. Santa Anna wanted to stop more Americans from coming to Texas and he made strict laws for the region. But American and Tejano, or Mexican-born, colonists wanted independence from the Mexican government. Through a bloody Texas Revolution, the independent Republic of Texas was born. Book jacket., In 1833, American and Tejano colonists wanted independence from the Mexican government. After the Texas Revolution, the independent Republic of Texas was born! Through vivid images, maps and photographs, intriguing facts and sidebars, and easy-to-read text, readers will be enthralled as they learn about important aspects of the Texas Revolution, such as the Law of April 6, 1830, the Battle of Gonzalez, Siege of Bexar, "The Consultation," and The Alamo. This book also introduces readers to significant figures in Texas history, such as Santa Anna, Stephen Austin, and Sam Houston. Text features like a table of contents, glossary, and index are included to help readers better understand the content and vocabulary. This book also includes an in-class activity that allows students to analyze the Texian Army flag., In 1833, American and Tejano colonists wanted independence from the Mexican government. Through a bloody Texas Revolution, the independent Republic of Texas was born!
