During a pivotal moment in 1836, the Convention of 1836 convened at Washington-on-the-Brazos, a small community in Texas, where delegates representing various Texian factions met to discuss their grievances with the Mexican government and the urgent need for independence. The discontent among the Texians was rooted in a series of conflicts with the central Mexican government, spearheaded by President Antonio López de Santa Anna, whose authoritarian policies further alienated Texas settlers, predominantly Anglo Americans. The different cultural backgrounds and aspirations of the Texians contrasted sharply with the Mexican policies, leading to a buildup of tensions over land rights and political representation.

Amidst this backdrop, delegates such as Sam Houston, Stephen F. Austin, and others debated and drafted a formal Declaration of Independence, which drew inspiration from the United States Declaration of Independence. On March 2, the document was adopted, proclaiming the Republic of Texas as an independent nation. This ambitious declaration not only sought to sever ties with Mexico but also articulated the principles of liberty and self-governance that drove the Texian revolutionaries. The declaration was a bold statement of identity, addressing the aspirations of a population yearning for freedom and autonomy.

The adoption of the declaration galvanized forces in favor of Texian independence, igniting further military action against Mexican troops, culminating in events such as the Battle of San Jacinto. It laid the foundation for a new government and the establishment of borders that would redefine the region. As news of the declaration spread, it rallied support both within Texas and from sympathizers in the United States, who were captivated by the Texian struggle for independence against what they perceived as tyrannical rule.