On April 21, a force led by Sam Houston beat General Santa Anna's men at San Jacinto, capturing the Mexican commander in chief and president. Texas acquired its independence on May 14, 1836, when the Treaty of Velasco was signed.
Why was the Battle of San Jacinto an embarrassing defeat?
During the Texas Revolution, General Sam Houston was a crucial military figure in the fight against San Jacinto.
In 18 minutes, Sam Houston and his companions defeated General Antonio Lopez of Santa Anna, securing the Texan triumph over Mexico with only 9 men lost from his army but 730 Mexican soldiers captured.
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