revolution, 1835-1836

Readers will learn about the causes, main events, key players, and lasting impacts of the Texas Revolution.

Looks at the events surrounding the battle that took place at The Alamo in San Antonio, Texas.

Briefly presents the story of the Alamo and its significance in Texas history.

"Kilmeade explores hidden aspects of Sam Houston, the first president of Texas, and brings the reader to the scenes of one of the most pivotal moments in American history"--Provided by publisher.

"Read about the history of the Alamo, and those who fought in the battle to win it and why it was so important to Texas"--Provided by publisher.

Provides a cultural and historical context for the development of the United States from 1820 to 1845, and includes Texas under Mexican rule, the Texas Revolution, the Texas Republic, a new state, and more.

Biography of Erastus Smith, known as Deaf because of his inability to hear, celebrating the gumption that led the sickly man from New York to Texas where he became strong, married, earned the respect of his neighbors, and became a hero in Texas' fight for independence from Mexico.

Provides information about the political, strategic, tactical, and cultural aspects of the Texas War of Independence; and includes primary source images, maps, and battle plans.

In 1836, a Mexican woman saves the lives of twenty Texan soldiers captured by the Mexican army in the town of Goliad, Texas.

Profiles a Mexican woman who saved more than twenty Texan rebels taken prisoner during the Texas Revolution from being shot under General Santa Anna's orders. Presented in English and Spanish.