Every new attempt to change the government in the Texas territory of New Spain meant the capture of Presidio La Bahia, now one of the best preserved Spanish Forts in America. Though established by Spain to protect the Texas Coast, it was moved to its present location in Goliad in 1749. It was restored in the 1960's and stands today as a monument to the battles fought, and the lives lost in the Texas Revolution.
The capture of Presidio La Bahia from Mexico on the night of October 9, 1835 was one of the first offensive actions against a Mexican military installation in the Texas Revolution. The first Texas Declaration of Independence was signed in the chapel at Presidio La Bahia. Goliad is also the site where Colonel James W. Fannin and 341 of his men were executed in 1836 on orders from Mexican General Santa Anna.
This 54 minute video includes dramatic re-enactments, historical documents and photos and interviews with renowned historians to bring to life the rich saga of Presidio La Bahia and its important place in the history of Texas.
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