apr 21, 1836 - Battle of San Jacinto
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The Texans attacked while the Mexicans were in a siesta. During the battle, Deaf Smith was ordered to destroy Vince's Bridge. The battle lasted 18 minutes. Around 630 Mexicans were killed, while less than 10 Texans were killed. While they were fighting, Texans were screaming; "Remember the Alamo" and "Remember Goliad." The Texans were using their canons nicknamed "The Twin Sisters." The song "Will You Come to the Bower" was played.
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