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The Battle of the Alamo (February 23 – March 6, 1836) was a pivotal event and military engagement in the Texas Revolution. Following a 13-day siege, Mexican troops under President General Antonio López de Santa Anna reclaimed the Alamo Mission near San Antonio de Béxar (modern-day San Antonio, Texas, United States), killing most of the ...
- February 23 – March 6, 1836
- Mexican victory
Alamo, 18th-century Franciscan mission in San Antonio, Texas, U.S., that was the site of a historic resistance effort by a small group of determined fighters for Texan independence (1836) from Mexico. Learn more about the history of the Alamo in this article.
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At dawn on March 6, 1836, the 13th day of the siege, the Battle of the Alamo commenced. Fighting lasted roughly 90 minutes, and by daybreak all the Defenders had perished, including a former congressman from Tennessee, David Crockett. The loss of the garrison was felt all over Texas, and even the world.
Learn about the history, tours, events and exhibits of the Alamo, the iconic site of the 1836 battle for Texas independence. Make a reservation to visit the Alamo Church and see the Phil Collins Collection.
Apr 1, 2004 · How did the 1836 battle between Mexican forces and Texas insurgents shape American identity and memory? Explore the facts and legends of the Alamo, from the old Spanish mission to the new movie by John Lee Hancock.
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Battle of the Alamo, battle during the Texas Revolution that occurred from February 23 to March 6, 1836, in San Antonio, Texas. It ended in a decisive victory for Mexican forces over “Texian” volunteers, who were annihilated. It also became a symbol of fierce resistance for the people of Texas and a rallying cry during the Mexican-American War.
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