Attack on Fort Parker
On May 18, 1836 a large party of Comanche and Kiowa warriors attacked a...
A Capitol Idea
On May 18, 1888 a new capitol building was dedicated in Austin, Texas. It...
El Cinco de Mayo
“The Fifth of May” commemorates Mexico’s victory over France at the Battle of Puebla on...
Father Miguel Hidlago – The Texas “Zorro”
Father Miguel Hidalgo’s admirers–or maybe his enemies–nicknamed him “El Zorro” (the fox). Though Hidalgo...
Road to Revolution: Texans Burn San Felipe de Austin
Sam Houston’s Texas Army has on the move for almost two weeks, but their progress...
Road to Revolution: The Goliad Massacre
Sometimes winning a battle can cost you the war. Have you ever heard that...
Road to Revolution: Waiting With Bated Breath
Col. James Fannin surrendered to the Mexican General Urrea on March 20, 1836 after...
Road to Revolution: Battle of Coleto Creek
The Battle of Coleto Creek was extremely significant to the cause of the Texas...
Road to Revolution: Houston Orders Fannin to Retreat
Colonel James Fannin was a man with great potential . . . and an...
Road to Revolution: Battle of Refugio
About the same time as the Alamo was under siege, Mexico’s General Jose de...