Across
- 3. Placing an army around a town and forcing the enemy to surrender
- 6. A frontiersman, sharpshooter, and former congressman from Tennessee
- 8. A person sent to represent others in government
- 10. An afternoon rest
- 13. A military fort where soldiers are housed
- 14. The idea that America was destined to spread from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean
- 15. A tax on imported goods
- 19. An agreement in which both sides give up something they want
- 21. A legendary fighter known for carrying a large knife
- 23. Temporary Texas government that was set up during the revolution
- 24. General of the Texas armies against Mexico
- 25. A large meeting or conference, particularly of government officials
- 26. They wanted a strong central government
- 27. Leader of the Mexican born soldiers that supported Texas
Down
- 1. Complaints, particularly about unfair treatment
- 2. Signed on May 14th, 1836; gave Texas its independence from Mexico
- 4. They wanted states to have more power than the federal government
- 5. An overthrow of government in favor of a new one
- 7. Changes made to a law or government document
- 9. Person placed in charge at The Alamo
- 11. A person who transports messages or letters
- 12. An assembly of officers to meet with the general about their war plans
- 16. A firm decision taken by a group of people
- 17. A temporary volunteer army
- 18. A leader who rules with absolute authority
- 20. Extra soldiers that are sent to help strengthen an army
- 22. Dictator of Mexico and General that fought against Texas