The Great Raid of 1840 |The Day the Comanche Came for Texas | Texas Tales

The Great Raid of 1840 also known as the Comanche Moon Raid was the largest Native American raid in U.S. history. Hundreds of Comanche warriors rode deep into Texas, burning towns, seizing thousands of horses, and avenging the bloodshed of the Council House Fight. This is one of the most dramatic, misunderstood, and pivotal events in the entire history of Texas. In this full length Texas Tales documentary, we break down the world of Comanchería, the political pressure of the young Texas Republic, and the chain reaction of decisions that ignited one of the most explosive frontier conflicts ever recorded. From the burning of Linnville to the thunder of hooves at Plum Creek, every moment of this story is real, and raw. If you love Texas history, frontier conflicts, and untold stories that actually happened, hit subscribe. Because this is Texas where the past is bigger than the legends.