Since Texas was a southern state they supported slavery. President Sam Houston, however refused to tie an allegiance to either side. Therefore he was replaced and Texas joined the Confederacy on March 2 1861. Some Texans made supplies like swords and guns for the rebel forces.
Overall there were five major battles that took place in Texas. Two of which took place over in Galveston Island. Another two battles took place in Sabine Pass and a final one in Palmetto.

battle of sabine pass.jpgbattle of Sabine Pass
galveston battle.jpgbattle in Galveston Island
texas battles.gifmap of battles in Texas



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