Politics & Government

Delegates Convene for Texas Independence Discussion

In early March 1836, a convention of 57 delegates gathered in Washington-on-the-Brazos, Texas, to discuss the critical matter of independence from Mexico. Driven by mounting tensions and dissatisfaction with Mexican governance, the assembly aimed to outline a framework for a new nation. The urgent atmosphere highlighted the Texas desire for self-governance and determination to establish a separate identity. The discussions culminated in the drafting of the Texas Declaration of Independence, marking a significant step toward autonomy.

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