Jardine House built.

Samuel Houston first arrived in Texas.

Huntsville founded by Pleasant and Ephraim Gray (1835-36).

March 2

• The Texas Declaration of Independence is signed and the Republic of Texas begins.

March 6

• Battle of the Alamo occured.

April 21

• Sam Houston defeated Santa Anna at the Battle of San Jacinto.

Oct. 22

• Sam Houston began serving his first term as President of the Republic of Texas (term lasted until December 10, 1838).

June 9

• Huntsville organized its first post office.