"Come and Take It" is a phrase that originated during the Texas Revolution in 1835. It was used as a defiant slogan by Texian settlers in response to the Mexican government's attempt to retrieve a cannon that had been given to them for defense against Native American attacks. The phrase symbolized the settlers' determination to resist oppression and fight for their rights. The slogan is often associated with the Gonzales Flag, which featured a depiction of a cannon and the words "Come and Take It." This event marked one of the first confrontations in the Texas Revolution, highlighting the growing tensions between the Texians and the Mexican government.