GOLIAD, Texas – Today marks the 189th anniversary of the Goliad Massacre, a tragic event in Texas history that took place on March 27, 1836.
On that day, Col. James Fannin and more than 400 Texan prisoners of war were executed by Mexican forces during the Texas Revolution. Mexican Gen. Antonio López de Santa Anna viewed them as traitors rather than soldiers, leading to the mass execution.
The massacre became a rallying cry for Texas independence, fueling the fight for freedom. The event remains a pivotal moment in the state’s history, honoring the courage and sacrifices of those who fought for Texas’ independence…