Question

What were the important battles in the war of texas independence? why was each important?

Answer 1

Answer:1. Gonzales - Mexico tried to remove a cannon from the town of Gonzales and the Texas Rebels won. This began the Texas Revolution.

2. Alamo - Texas rebels tried to hold onto this fort for over 2 weeks before they were overcome by the Mexican army. All of the Texas rebels were killed.

3. San Jacinto - Texan rebels overthrew the Mexican army and captured their leader, Santa Anna. The Mexicans were forced to sign a treaty giving Texas its independence.

Explanation: Hope this helps :)

Answer 2

One would be the battle of the Alamo was important because there were about150-250 volunteers who held ground at the Alamo long enough for Sam Houston to regroup and come up with a plan of action to cut off and defeat Santa Anna's army at the battle of San Jacinto.