MANIFEST DESTINY 1806 1855
THE MEXICAN AMERICAN WAR
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Detailed explanation-1: -A free and independent Republic of Texas was officially declared March 2, 1836.
Detailed explanation-2: -Remembering how badly the Texans had been defeated at the Alamo, on April 21, 1836, Houston’s army won a quick battle against the Mexican forces at San Jacinto and gained independence for Texas. Soon after, Houston was elected president of the Republic of Texas.
Detailed explanation-3: -Battle of San Jacinto On April 21, 1836, the Texan Army under Sam Houston attacked Santa Anna’s army on the banks of the San Jacinto River with cries of “Remember the Alamo! Remember Goliad! God and Texas!” The battle lasted only 18 minutes and was a resounding victory for the Texans.
Detailed explanation-4: -The Republic of Texas won its independence on April 21, 1836, with a final battle along the San Jacinto River.