Leaders in the Texas Revolution: United for a Cause (Primary Source Readers: Texas History)

In the middle of the 1830s, Texans fought against the Mexican government for it independence. American colonists joined with Mexican-born Texans in the struggle to establish a free Republic of Texas. During the Texas Revolution, many leaders emerged, such as Sam Houston, Lorenzo de Zavala, William Travis, and Juan Seguín. Many others earned their place as heroes in Texas history through their brave acts in the fight for independence. Their courage in victory and defeat tells the story of the Texas Revolution.