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Spain builds forts across Texas to claim the area.

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The Mexican army tried to remove a cannon from the town of Gonzales, Texas. Rebels stood next to the cannon with a flag reading “Come and take it.” After a short battle, the rebels drove the Mexican force away, keeping the cannon.

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Within a few months, the Texas rebels formed an army and captured the key settlements of Goliad and San Antonio.

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The Texas Revolution breaks out at Gonzales.

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Texas declared their independence from Mexico. The new Republic of Texas was born.

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While Mexican troops were resting, Houston launched a surprise attack. The fighting ended in just 20 minutes. The Santa Anna army was all destroyed, except they kept Santa Anna himself. They then forced him to sign a treaty to give Texas independence.

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France had recognized Texas independence.

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The British recognized Texas independence.

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Texas and Mexico signed an Armistice. But, Mexico refused to recognize Mexico's independence.

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The United States declares war against Mexico.