battle of gonzales

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What did Stephen F. Austin realize about the conflict between Mexico and Texas?

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that it wouldn't be solved peacefully

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Which battle was significant because it was the beginning of the fight for Texas Independence?

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Battle of Gonzales

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What is the significance of the Texan victory at the battle of Gonzales?

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Gave the Texans confidence in their fighting, proved independence could be achieved, showed Mexicans could be defeated.

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What word means "small battle"?

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skirmish

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Who was Santa Anna?

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The dictator of Mexico during the Texas Revolution

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The Texas Revolution began in...

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1835

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What did the Mexican army want to retrieve from the people of Gonzales?

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cannon

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The Consultation delegates selected __________ as commander of the Texan army.

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Sam Houston

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Group of citizens acting as a military force

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Militia