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1830

On April 6, the Mexican government enacted a law that prohibited any further immigration of Americans into Texas.

1832

Texans met in San Felipe de Austin at the Convention of 1832. Texans adopted several policies and resolutions, in particular a request for separate statehood. Mexico refused to recognize any of the resolutions.

1833

In April, Texans held another convention in which a state constitution was drafted. The Mexican government rejected the constitution.

1834

Stephen F. Austin, representing the Convention of 1833, was arrested and imprisoned in Mexico from January to December.

1835

Tensions between Texas and Mexico increased, and eventually led to war. Several battles were fought during this year.
On October 2, the Texas Revolution began with the Battle of Gonzales.
On October 9, the Texans were victorious at the Battle of Goliad.
On October 28, the Texans won at the Battle of Concepcion.
On December 11, the Texans captured San Antonio at the Siege of Bexar.

1836

On March 1, Texans held the Convention of 1836 to form a new government.
On March 2, Texans adopted the Texas Declaration of Independence.
On March 6, Texans lost the Battle of the Alamo.
On March 27, Mexican General Santa Anna executed 400 Texans at the Goliad Massacre.
On April 21, Texans beat Santa Anna at the Battle of San Jacinto; this victory guaranteed independence for Texas.