“Remember the Alamo!” “Remember Goliad!” Shouted the Texian troops led by Gen. Sam Houston when they surprised the Mexican army that was camped at San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site in 1836. The decisive Battle of San Jacinto resulted in Texas’ independence from Mexico.
There is still so much we can learn about the Battle of San Jacinto burried in the ground. Explore their video and learn more about archeology at the battleground, what we have found and why it's so important.
Go to thc.texas.gov/historyathome to view resources for students, teachers, and history-lovers to engage with the people, places, and stories of the Lone Star State.