Was supported by the US in my fight against Mexican government. After that government failed I fought American interests Mexico and killed Americans New Mexico. became?

- He opposed the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo signed by the United States and Mexico in 1848, transferring more than half of the Mexican territory, including Texas and California, to the US.

- He opposed the harsh treatment of the Mexican population in Texas and fought for their rights and land ownership.

- He was a Mexican folk hero and is considered a symbol of resistance against foreign dominance and oppression.