Wanderlust World Wanderlust World - Issuance of the Mexican Constitution of 1835, which abolished the federal system and increased Santa Anna's power
This decision prompted many Texians to see independence as the only option.
- Delay in responding to the Texian Army at San Antonio
After the surrender of Mexican forces at the Battle of Gonzales in October 1835, Santa Anna remained in Mexico City for several months instead of immediately leading troops to confront the Texian rebels, giving Texians time to organize and strengthen their positions.
- Defeat at the Battle of San Jacinto
- Santa Anna's army met the Texian forces at San Jacinto in April 1836, but he and his troops were surprised by a sudden attack at dawn on April 21, 1836.
- Santa Anna's decision to rest his troops and have breakfast during the battle proved costly, as he was captured while trying to escape.
- Signing the Treaty of Velasco*
- Following his capture ,Santa Anna was forced to sign the Treaty of Velasco, which recognized Texas as an independent republic and established the Rio Grande as the southern boundary of Texas.
- Despite his agreement, Santa Anna later repudiated the treaty once he was back in Mexico, setting the stage for future conflicts.