Domingo de Ugartechea was a prominent figure in the early 19th century, known for his role as a military officer and politician in Mexico. He served as the commander of the Mexican Army in the region of Texas during a critical period leading up to the Texas Revolution. His leadership was marked by efforts to maintain order and control in a territory experiencing significant unrest. Ugartechea is best remembered for his involvement in the events surrounding the Battle of Gonzales in 1835, which was one of the first confrontations of the Texas Revolution. His attempts to retrieve a cannon from the settlers sparked a rebellion, ultimately leading to the fight for Texas independence from Mexico.