Some events and characters are condensed or moved to heighten the drama following the fall of the Alamo.
Critics pointed out that the Mexican Army uniforms and some Texas Ranger gear were not entirely period-accurate for 1836. 1x01_Texas_Rising
The episode serves as a historical drama set immediately after the Battle of the Alamo , focusing on the struggle for Texas independence and the formation of the Texas Rangers . Some events and characters are condensed or moved
Despite the Texas setting, much of the series was filmed in Durango, Mexico , due to the availability of rugged landscapes and tax incentives. 1x01_Texas_Rising
A veteran scout and leader of the Texas Rangers who suffers from advanced consumption (tuberculosis).