The Alamo

On March 6,1836, the last day of a 13 day battle for Texas independence from Mexico was fought at the Alamo. Every defender of the Alamo perished. Just six weeks later, on April 21,1836, the Texan army attacked the Mexican army, many soldiers shouting “Remember the Alamo”. Texas independence was won in an 18 minute battle. Every student of Texas history revers the Remember the Alamo battle cry.

[katy]

I like your POV for the shot! So many photos show it straight on which is fascinating but this puts it in the context of present history and makes it even more interesting in my opinion.

[mittens (Marilyn)]

Wonderful shot and I liked your history information.

[Diana]

I so agree with Katy, beautifuuly captured. I think I recall seeing a movie about it.

[Call me Joe]

Lovely architecture- thanks for sharing the history 👌💕

[Joan Robillard]

Wow such history

[Pat Knowles]

Amazing building….thanks for sharing the history.

[Lou Ann]

@grammyn @mittens @ludwigsdiana @joemuli @joansmor @happypat thank you for your comments. I’m a crazy history nut and have loved the story of the Alamo all my life. Yes @ludwigsdiana, several movies have been made about the siege of this shrine to Texas Freedom. I’ve seen every one of them, more than once! 😊

[Diane]

Excellent shot! I've been there (years ago!) and found it difficult to photograph. I like that you showed the modern building in the background. Fav.

[Bep]

What a great capture. Interesting history too.

[Peter]

Lovely perspective and capture Lou Ann Hollywood has never let the truth and history get in the way of a great story, lol:)

[M. Brutus]

I agree with @grammyn and @eudora and @happypat and @gijsje too. Lovely photo and commentary. Many thanks for sharing.

[Milanie]

Nice to learn the background - always knew about the Alamo but in no depth

[Valerie Chesney]

Great capture Lou Ann & I always appreciate info too..😀

[Islandgirl]

Neat architecture and interesting history!

[Carrie Shepeard]

I’ve never seen the Alamo in person. Great architecture! Looks smaller than I thought it would be.

[Lou Ann]

@cashep19 @radiogirl @happysnaps @milaniet @mbrutus @pcoulson @gijsje @eudora thank you all so much for your wonderful comments. I have always loved the Alamo, the building, the grounds, the history! This is on the PP, thank you so much!

[Ann H. LeFevre]

I didn't realize that it is in the middle of a city- now I understand why the stonework has deteriorated the way it has, Such a significant piece of not only Texan history but America's too.

[Ingrid]

What a nice photo! I doesn't seem too busy...