Topic: San Jacinto

Gonzales, Texas, prepares for its annual "Come and Take It" celebration held the first weekend of October to commemorate the town's role in the Texas Revolution. The festival honors the historical moment when Texians defied Santa Anna's forces, leading to the burning of the town and the eventual victory at San Jacinto. While the city celebrates its history of liberty, current residents express concern over a proposed five-million-dollar rodeo facility being built while private animal ownership is restricted.

Alex Jones and Mike Hanson discuss the historical significance of Gonzales as the site of the first shot of the Texas Revolution. They detail the "Come and Take It" flag incident and the subsequent burning of the town during the retreat toward San Jacinto.

Texas Independence Day celebrations in 1836 involved both Anglo and Mexican settlers fighting against Santa Anna to protect land grants. While various groups historically abused indigenous populations, German settlers in Texas are noted for maintaining better relations with them. Modern extremist groups like the Ku Klux Klan in Fort Worth are alleged to be controlled by FBI informants such as Jerry Spence.