To obtain this point: You must go to the top of the monument at San Jacinto and visualize the battlefield where Sam Houston lead his troops to victory over Santa Anna.
Okay, so maybe it was not the most heroic battle of the war because Sam Houston caught the Mexican army during a siesta, but damn was it effective. After weeks of retreating, Sam Houston finally turned to face the Mexican army at San Jacinto. He successfully trounced the Mexican army, captured Santa Anna, turned the tide of the revolution, and solidified his place in Texas history.
At the top of the monument, you can also see the fourth largest city in the country that bears Houston's name. While up in the monument, view the ship channel that has provides the economic backbone for Houston and the Texas Gulf Coast.
Enjoy Texas and keep watching for points about the Texas Revolution...
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