Exploring the Battle of Goliad in the Texas Revolution

The video covers the Battle of Goliad, a key event in the Texas Revolution. It details the strategic movements of Mexican and Texian forces, the formation of the Texian militia, and the eventual Texian victory. The battle's aftermath, including the capture of supplies and the impact on Mexican communication lines, is also discussed.

When was the Battle of Goliad fought?

• September 20, 1835

• October 9, 1835

• July 18, 1835

• October 2, 1835

Which two major garrisons did Mexico operate in Texas in 1835?

• San Felipe and Refugio

• The Alamo and Presidio La Bahía

• San Antonio and Goliad

• Gonzales and Victoria

Who led 200 men to reinforce Presidio La Bahía in July 1835?

• General Martin Perfecto de Cos

• James Fannin

• Colonel Nicholas Condell

• Colonel Domingo de Ugartechea

What was General Cos's mission in Texas according to Santa Anna?

• To reinforce the garrisons

• To establish new settlements

• To negotiate with the Texians

• To repress the unrest with a strong arm

Who was elected as the captain of the Texian militia in Matagorda?

• James W. Moore

• D.C. Collinsworth

• George Collinsworth

• Dr. William Carlton

What was the primary objective of the Texian militia's march on La Bahía?

• To negotiate peace

• To capture General Cos

• To steal $50,000

• To reinforce the garrison

What happened during the Texian attack on the Presidio on October 10th?

• The Mexican garrison held their ground

• The Mexican garrison surrendered

• The Texians were defeated

• The Texians retreated

Who was the only Texian soldier wounded during the attack on the Presidio?

• George Collinsworth

• Philip Dimmitt

• Samuel McCulloch

• James Fannin

What did the Texians find at the fort after the battle?

• A secret tunnel

• 300 broken muskets

• A hidden treasure

• A large supply of artillery

What was the impact of the loss of Goliad on Mexican communication?

• It improved communication

• It had no impact

• It disrupted communication with Copano Bay

• It strengthened their defenses