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Execution of Texian Prisoners
- When
- March 27, 1836
- Where
- Presidio La Bahía
Texian prisoners under Colonel Fannin were executed by Mexican troops at Goliad on March 27, 1836.
Following the Battle of Coleto, Fannin's men were captured. On March 27, Colonel Portilla marched them from Fort Defiance. They were shot, clubbed, or knifed to death. Sources vary on the number of victims, citing between 400 and 445, though legacy conventions often state 342.
Sources
- Goliad massacre Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-31
- James Fannin Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-28
- Presidio La Bahía Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-31
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