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Texas
This category covers questions about Texas, the second largest state in the United States. Texas has had six different nations rule it, making it the only state to have had six flags flown over it. Texas is one of three states to have existed as an independent nation and the only state legally permitted to secede from the Union.
13,869 Questions
Who from Georgia signed Declaration of Independence?
- 5 from Mass., including the well known John Hancock
- 3 from New Hampshire
- 2 from Rhode Island,
- 4 from CT
- 4 from NY
- 5 from NJ
- 9 from Pennsylvania
- 3 from Delaware
- 4 from Maryland
- 7 from Virginia
- 3 from North Carolina
- 4 from S. Carolina
- 3 from Georgia.
- 5 from Mass., including the well known John Hancock
- 3 from New Hampshire
- 2 from Rhode Island,
- 4 from CT
- 4 from NY
- 5 from NJ
- 9 from Pennsylvania
- 3 from Delaware
- 4 from Maryland
- 7 from Virginia
- 3 from North Carolina
- 4 from S. Carolina
- 3 from Georgia.
Was the battle at san jacinto at the Alamo?
No. The Battle of San Jacinto was the final battle of the war between Texas and Mexico and resulted in Santa Anna's surrender to Sam Houston; it took place in San Jacinto. The battle that took place at the Alamo occurred in San Antonio. It was fought before San Jacinto and was a victory for the Mexicans.
What are the four flags that flown over Texas from 1519-1836?
Texas under Spain
Texas under France
Texas under Mexico
How many people who died at the Battle of the Alamo were Mexicans and how many were Texans?
it says in another article more than 5,000
no it was some were between 5 and 6
Who was in the war for Texas independence?
Mexicans dissatisfied by the dictatorial policies of Gen. Santa Ana and settlers from the US that wanted more land and rights than offered by the Mexican government. These called for volunteers that came mostly from the southern states.
How did santa Anna get to Texas?
The Battle started because the correct moment had arrived. One third of Santa Anna's Army was scattered across Texas protecting his supply route, One third of his Army was in search of the Texas government and to far away to support Santa Anna. Santa Anna's forces were having their afternoon siesta after a long march, and as was normal attacks always begin in the early morning hours and the time was then 4:30 in the afternoon.
The terrain was favorable, the Mexican cavalry was dismounted and Sam Houston's Force was at its peak.
Monday, December 29, 1845
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What had the defenders of the Alamo done for the Texans?
Went to war,
They also proved that by laying down their lives for their beliefs they could live on in greater glory, provide the impetus for a new republic and eventually a new state to become a part of the United States of America. Even now, one can still hear their deaths proclaimed as a rallying call occasionally, when one hears "Remember the Alamo!" Their martyrdom provided a rally point for all of the above.
Why was the Battle of the Alamo significant and who won?
The actual battle was not really significant, but what it did was unite the Texans into a better army and give them a cry to drive them to the end, "Remember the Alamo!". The 100 Texans manning the Alamo were vastly outnumbered by 5,000. The garrison of Texans defending the Alamo lost the battle, but the Mexican Army paid dearly for their victory there. The Mexican forces were soundly defeated at San Jacinto where they lost the war.
What do the symbols on the new york state flag mean?
There are several symbols on the New York state flag. Lady liberty and justice stand fairness and justice for all. The ribbon with the word excelsior stands for reaching goals. The eagle symbolizes good fortune.
What happended at the Alamo in Texas?
General Santa Anna led the Mexican army against William B. Travis and the Texas army and volunteers. After 13 days of bombarding the Alamo, Santa Anna made his final attack on March 6,1836 leading 1800 troops against 200 Texans. All of the Texans died.
How did Seguini manage to survive the Battle of the Alamo?
Segu N was not killed at the battle because he did not participate in the war.
How was such a small number of Texans able to defend their position for as long as they did?
Because the Mexican Army did not make the mistake of advancing on the Alamo during periods of daylight until much of the defenders ammunition had been depleted. The rifles in the hands of the Texans were far superior to the Brown Bess musket that the Mexican troops were armed with so they avoided becoming targets and remained out of range for most of the siege. When they made their attack they simply kept advancing until the most effective weapon was a bayonet. From the start of the attack until the last defender was dead required only one hour.
How many Mexicans were on the Texican side in the Alamo?
None. It was a clash between Mexican forces and Anglo-speaking settlers.
What was the treaty that ended the Texas Revolution?
Actually, it never ended.
Santa Anna was forced to sign the Treaties of Velasco , but that had no validity because Santa Anna never had authority to give away part of Mexico to begin with, and he was removed from office before the signing anyway.
So legally, Texas still belongs to Mexico.
What did the Alamo stands for?
For the memorable men who were brave enough to fight and had courage and bravery for their country, their families and also you and your family.
Why was the Alamo war being fought?
The battle of the Alamo was fought as part of the Mexican Civil War after Santa Anna tore up the constitution of 1824 and appointed himself as Emperor of Mexico with unlimited power. The flag that was flown over the Alamo was the Mexican flag the same as today with the addition of a large 1824 printed across it.
It was not until after the slaughter, and despite the revisionist attempts to change what happened, it was a slaughter, and the subsequent disrespect shown the dead that Texas was declared an independent Nation. Another fact that the revisionist what changed is the fact that there were a great many Mexican inside the Alamo who died defending their hard won freedom.
As a final insult to the defenders Santa Anna had the bodies thrown into a pile added lamp oil and wood and burned the bodies, then had the ashes scattered. After the battle of the Alamo and the murder of the prisoners captured in Goliad on their way to reinforce Travis in the Alamo, they were simply lined up and shot then left where they lay, Texas was declared an Independent Nation and was so for 10 years.
The country of France built a beautiful Embassy in the new capitol of Austin while Great Britten had their embassy in a suite of rooms in the nicest hotel in the old capitol of Houston. The Texas Embassy to Great Britten is in London, and is the home of a Tex-Mex restaurant by the same name. Actually the restaurant is next door to the actual embassy which is a wine shop, but we shan't quibble over a few feet. The Brits should get an "A" for making the effort!
What was the name of the independent nation of Texas?
The Republic of Texas which existed from 1836 to 1846. It was only recoognized by the United States, France, Belgiium, Netherlands and the Republic of Yucatan. Texas became a US State on 29 December 1845.
Who starred in the original Alamo?
John Wayne (as Davy Crockett, and producer of the film), Richard Widmark (as Jim Bowie), Laurence Harvey (as William Travis), and Richard Boone (as Sam Houston). Using these names you can go to the IMDb and find the rest of the cast and other info.
Why did northerners and southerners disagree about annexing Texas?
Because, Texas had a debt toward the US so when they joined they wouldn't have that debt anymore.
Also, Northerners objected because annexing Texas means that another slave state would be added, thus upsetting the balance of slave and free states. Southerners favored the annexations because it was in their favor.
Describe the Battle of the Alamo and explain why it is an important symbol in us history?
The question is incorrect. The Alamo is part of Mexican and Texas History. The Alamo was not part of the US.
