Joel Robison is pictured on a horse above and to the right of Santa Anna, who is standing at Houston’s feet, in this black and white reprint of William Henry Huddle’s painting, “Surrender of Santa Anna: The Day After the Battle of San Jacinto.” Provided to The Portal to Texas History by the Star of the Republic Museum
A Historical Column From The Fayette County Historical Commission
Fayette County Resident Captures Mexican President While on Patrol By Jeff Messer
You have probably heard of the Battle of San Jacinto and how important this event was to the establishment of the Republic of Texas. We know the facts – the battle was fast, lasting only 18 minutes in total, while the killing went on for hours.
