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Remember the Alamo!: The seige at Alamo mission by Suzanne Marsh Remember the Alamo! That battle cry rose all over the Texas frontier after 189 courageous men including: William Barrett Travis, James Bowie, Congressman David Crockett and James Mac Gregor among others sacrificed their lives for Texas Independence.... More> Movie reviews: The Alamo (1960) by Sun Meilan In 1836, the Mexican army is in Texas and look to be unconquerable following the driving out of their troops a few months before. General Sam Houston wants the time to gather together enough men to fight them back, so sends Colonel William Travis an... More>
	Rental car company reviews: Alamo by T. M. Robertson When people are considering renting a car, their primary concern is typically the cost. When it comes to pricing, Alamo is one of the lowest in the industry. While there are many factors that determine pricing in individual cities, it’s not un... More> Poetry: Remember the Alamo by Tom Zart Remember The Alamo The leaves of the cottonwoods hung motionless As outside the walls Santa Anna's horde closed in. A small band of Texans watched and waited Preoccupied by combat and how life would end. The battle raged from building to building Ti... More>
Things to do in San Antonio, TX: The Alamo by Isabelle Esteves One of the most popular historic sites in the United States is the Alamo in San Antonio, Texas. Originally named the Mission of San Antonio de Valero, the Alamo became etched in the psyche of America when on March 6, 1836 the last of the brave... More> James Bowie: Frontiersman and commander of the volunteer at the Alamo by Mary Gindling James (Jim) Bowie was best known during his lifetime for his knife, his quick temper, and his fearlessness. Then, at the famous Battle of the Alamo, he became a legend. Early Life Bowie was born near Spring Creek about nine miles northwest of Frankl... More>
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