Santa Anna

Noun

Meaning

Mexican general who tried to crush the Texas revolt and who lost battles to Winfield Scott and Zachary Taylor in the Mexican War (1795-1876)

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According to Hardin, "Santa Anna had presented Mexico with one military disaster; Filisola did not wish to risk another." Source: Internet

Although General Manuel Fernández Castrillón attempted to intercede on their behalf, Santa Anna insisted that the prisoners be executed immediately. Source: Internet

At the Battle of San Jacinto on April 21, 1836, Houston surprised Santa Anna and the Mexican forces during their afternoon "siesta." Source: Internet

Bargaining for his life, Santa Anna suggested that he order the remaining Mexican troops to stay away. Source: Internet

By afternoon, Santa Anna had given permission for Cos's men to sleep; his own tired troops also took advantage of the time to rest, eat, and bathe. Source: Internet

Colonel Ignacio Comonfort became president in 1855 after a revolt based in Ayutla overthrew Santa Anna. Source: Internet

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