The San Jacinto ... Sam Houston, surprised the Mexican army at rest, winning the fight in just 18 minutes. General Antonio ...

The San Jacinto Monument—the ... 567 feet tall and commemorates the final battle of the Texas Revolution, is located about 20 minutes from downtown Houston. The structure itself will not be ...

On March 27, 1836, Houston retreated to San Felipe, instructed his men to burn the town, then crossed the Brazos, and left a ...

After relentless fighting with Mexican forces, Texas soldiers secured the colony's independence with their victory in the ...

Texans and history enthusiasts are invited to attend the official San Jacinto Day Ceremony marking the 189th anniversary of ...