the Mexican troops the only ad van Lage they have, they will be easily routed by a very inferior force, for a portion of that f orcc we shall be obliged lo look to the U. Stales. It cannot reach us loo soon, there is but one feeling in Texas, in my opinion, and that is to establish the independence of Texas, and to be attached lo the United States. The war has assumed a most deplorable aspect. Priest-craft and fanaticism have been united against all liberal prin- ciples, to establish and maintain this, it is necessary that despotism should be created. The God of liberty wiU crush it, liberal princi• pies will triumph, and Texas most be free. March as speedily as possible with all the aid you can bring, and I doubt not but you will be gratified with your rccep• lion, and situation. Come the most expedious route, and do not encumber yourself with baggage. Bring with you arms, and for- ward such aid to Texas as you can. The troops who were driven from Te]\as, I understand, refused to return under any circumstan- ces. They returned home miserable, naked and disheartened. For minute particulars of our situation and much important informa- tion, I refer you to rev. S. Bacon, the bearer of this, who has been actively engaged in the cause of Texas. The path of honor and wealth in Texas, is open to the patriotic and chivalrous. Sam Houston Gen R. G. DunJap, Nashville, Tenn. ,. [ 3597) [HUSTON to SECRETARY OF WARJ
Galveston Island July 2nd 1836
To The Hon. the Secrety at War Dear Sir,
The unsettled condition of our country and the frequent removal or Exchange in office, together with the arduous duties I have had to perform has prevented me from making regu1ar re- ports of the proceedings of this department bu l I shall be able in a very short time to lay before your honor aJI the proceedings of this department. When I left Lynchburg on the 17 May lasl Col. Thomas was acting Seely al War. I was directed by him lo proceed lo Nacogdoches or San Augustine a.nd then await the movements of the army with directions in case the army was forced to fall back east of the Trinity river to have supplies provided for them
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