Will You Come to the Bower, Battle of San Jacinto
Houston, Harris County, Texas
Marker Inscription
To the tune of "Will You Come to the Bower" the Texans advanced, "Remember the Alamo! Remember Goliad" was their cry, with cannons and gunshot, clubs and Bowie knives they fought. No quarter was given, the route was complete -- the slaughter terrific.
Erected by Texas Historical Commission
The Story
This marker recalls that at San Jacinto on April 21, 1836, the Texan army advanced to the popular tune "Will You Come to the Bower," crying "Remember the Alamo! Remember Goliad!" The furious assault—fought with cannon, gunshot, clubs, and Bowie knives—routed Santa Anna's army completely.
Why it matters
That short, ferocious battle won Texas its independence and reshaped the map of North America.
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