Battle of Alamo
Killed during the Battle of the Alamo
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1836 in United States of America
Explore 21 historical events and records for United States of America in 1836.
Historical records for United States of America in 1836
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February
Battle of Alamo
Killed in battle during a 12 day siege which helps defeat the Mexican Army
Battle of Alamo
Killed in battle during a 12 day siege which helps defeat the Mexican Army
Death of Davy Crocket
Death of Davy Crocket, killed at the Battle of the Alamo
Death of Jim Bowie
Death of Jim Bowie, killed during the Battle of the Alamo
April
Battle of Jacinto
Inflicts a crushing defeat on the Mexicans & takes General Santa Anna prisoner
August
Birth of Bret Harte
Birth of Bret Harte
October
Texan Republic
Sworn in as President of Texas, the newly created Texan Republic
December
Little Magician
Known as the "little magician" for his political manipulation
Other events (month unknown)
Capital
The capital of Texas is named after Sam Houston
Houston
The capital of Texas is named after Sam Houston
Independence of Texas
The new President of Texas helps win Texan independence from Mexico
Independence of United States of America
The new President of Texas helps win Texan independence from Mexico
Kirtland Temple Dedicated
Joseph Smith presided over the dedication of the Kirtland Temple, the movement's first completed temple.
Nature
Publication of "Nature"
Republic of Texas
Appointed Secretary of State of the independent Republic of Texas
Secretary of State
Appointed Secretary of State of the independent Republic of Texas
Specie Circular Intensifies Currency Dispute
Jackson's Specie Circular required most purchasers of federal public lands to pay in coin and contributed to a contentious monetary environment.
Texas Recognition Debate Begins
President Andrew Jackson considered the diplomatic consequences of recognizing independent Texas while Mexico disputed its sovereignty.
Vice President
Appointed Vice President of the Republic of Texas
wPresident of Texas
Tries to win independence for Texas from Mexico. Appointed President of Texas
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