24 February 1836Battle of AlamoJim Bowie
Killed during the Battle of the Alamo
Historical records for United States of America in 1836, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.
Killed during the Battle of the Alamo
Killed in battle during a 12 day siege which helps defeat the Mexican Army
Killed in battle during a 12 day siege which helps defeat the Mexican Army
Death of Davy Crocket, killed at the Battle of the Alamo
Death of Jim Bowie, killed during the Battle of the Alamo
Inflicts a crushing defeat on the Mexicans & takes General Santa Anna prisoner
Birth of Bret Harte
Sworn in as President of Texas, the newly created Texan Republic
Known as the "little magician" for his political manipulation
The capital of Texas is named after Sam Houston
The capital of Texas is named after Sam Houston
The new President of Texas helps win Texan independence from Mexico
The new President of Texas helps win Texan independence from Mexico
Publication of "Nature"
Appointed Secretary of State of the independent Republic of Texas
Appointed Secretary of State of the independent Republic of Texas
Appointed Vice President of the Republic of Texas
Tries to win independence for Texas from Mexico. Appointed President of Texas
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