revolution, 1835-1836

Relates the adventures of Bigfoot Wallace as he travels to Texas, participates in battles against Mexico, serves time as a hostage, and pioneers in the American West.

A simple introduction to the Battle of the Alamo that discusses causes of the conflict and significant individuals and events; and includes a time line, a glossary, and illustrations.

Traces the life of the well-known rifleman and congressmen from Tennessee and focuses on his life as a Texas patriot who died at the Alamo.

A fictionalized account of the events of the battle of San Jacinto, the deciding battle in the Texas struggle for independence.

A fourteen-year-old ferry worker joins the army to fight for Texas's independence.

Provides information on the history of Texas, from its earliest days as a frontier province of Spain and Mexico, through its tranformation into its own nation, to its current status as a U.S. state.

Describes the historical background, events, and aftermath of the 1836 attack on the Alamo, in which Jim Bowie and Davy Crockett were among the many Texans killed or captured by Santa Ana's troops.

Examines the lives of some of the people involved in the battle of the Alamo; and includes photographs and engravings, a glossary, listings of important dates and people, and an index.

Surveys the life of Stephen Austin, an American pioneer, who later became one of the founders of Texas.

Text and numerous illustrations trace the history of Texas during the nineteenth century.