Day of the Battle of San Jacinto
April 21, Sunday
he Day of the Battle of San Jacinto is observed on April 21st. This historic battle, which took place in 1836 near present-day Houston, Texas, was a decisive victory for the Texian forces led by General Sam Houston over the Mexican army led by General Antonio López de Santa Anna. This victory marked a significant turning point in the Texas Revolution, leading to the establishment of the Republic of Texas.