: An ailing Deaf Smith (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) disobeys orders to embark on a final mission to rescue Emily West from Mexican captivity. Historical and Critical Reception "Texas Rising" Vengeance Is Mine (TV Episode 2015) - IMDb
: Emily West (the "Yellow Rose of Texas") works from within Santa Anna’s camp to gather vital intelligence for the Texian cause. 1x08: Victory and Aftermath 1x07-08_Texas_Rising
In the History Channel miniseries , episodes 1x07 and 1x08—collectively titled " Vengeance Is Mine " —serve as the dramatic climax of the Texas Revolution. These episodes depict the pivot from the Texians' long retreat to their decisive victory at the Battle of San Jacinto . 1x07: The Eve of Battle : An ailing Deaf Smith (Jeffrey Dean Morgan)
: Houston’s army successfully ambushes the Mexican forces. The Rangers play a key role, including blowing up Vince's Bridge to prevent a Mexican retreat. These episodes depict the pivot from the Texians'
: Santa Anna is captured while disguised as an ordinary soldier. Texian commanders argue over his fate, with some demanding his execution for the Goliad massacre while others see him as a bargaining chip for independence.