October Honor Day
The Daughters of the Republic of Texas (DRT) promotes the celebration of Texas Honor Days. The Welcome W. Chandler Chapter invites you to fly the Texas flag on this day!
Gonzales Day (October 2, 1835)
The first recognized battle of the Texas Revolution was fought in Gonzales. The Texas force of one hundred and sixty men challenged the Mexican military authority by refusing to surrender a brass cannon previously given to the town as a means of protection against the Indians. The Battle of Gonzales lasted only a few minutes, but more citizens in Texas realized that there was no turning back. A war had begun.