In the summer of 1836, Texas settlers had elected delegates to a political convention, which they called the Consultation.

Gonzales became a rallying point for Texas settlers who opposed the centralist policies, and men flocked to the town.

These volunteer soldiers were in many cases more impassioned than the Texas settlers.

News of the defeats sparked panic amongst Texas settlers.

From 1823 through 1830, Texas settlers had an exemption on tariffs for some goods.

Texas settlers jeered Houston as he passed, and his officers threatened to seize command.

The fierce Tonkawas became great friends of the white Texas settlers, helping them against all their enemies.

Many Texas settlers, unprepared for a long campaign, had returned home.

Many of the Texas settlers believed the war to be over and left the army after the initial string of victories.

Texas settlers were divided on whether they were fighting for independence or a return to a federalist government in Mexico.