10-16 Fort Lipantitlan2

Today in Texas History On the trail to Texas independence. Oct 16, 1835 - While Dimmitt supervised the Texian forces along the Gulf Coast, Austin led his men towards Béxar to engage Cós and his troops. Confident that they would quickly rout the Mexican troops, many Consultation delegates chose to join the military. Unable to reach a quorum, the Consultation was postponed until November 1. The Texians paused 25 miles (40 km) from Béxar. Austin sent a messenger to Cós giving the requirements the Texians would need to lay down their arms and "avoid the sad consequences of the Civil War which unfortunately threatens Texas". Cós replied that Mexico would not "yield to the dictates of foreigners". Dimmitt sends out scouting parties from Presidio La Bahia towards Fort Lipantitlán in nearby San Patricio to determine Mexican troop strength. Photos: Marker and site of Fort Lipantitlán.