San Antonio TX Hotel Vacation Destinations - The Alamo
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Run by the Daughters of the Republic of Texas since the early 1900s, The Alamo is also home to many historic sites, including Camp Santo, San Fernando Church, and a bridge where two important meetings took place as well as Alamo Gardens, one of the most scenic gardens in all of San Antonio.
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Alamo History.
During an incredible 13-day period in early 1836, a small group of Texans battled General Antonio López de Santa Anna's Centralist Army. Though the defenders of The Alamo died, their fight for liberty is remembered as one of unbridled courage and sacrifice. Those who gave their lives, James Bowie, Davey Crockett, and William B.Travis, inspired the famous expression, "Remember the Alamo," which was uttered by Sam Houston when he sought out and defeated General Santa Anna at the battle of San Jacinto. Learn more about Alamo history at the Old Mission.
Campo Santo.
Following the battle at The Alamo, General Santa Anna ordered that the bodies of Mexican soldiers who were killed be taken to the Camp Santo, which translates to "town cemetery." The remains were removed and buried in other public cemeteries outside of San Antonio at the end of the 19th century. Today, Milam Square and Santa Rosa Hospital stand on the site of the old cemetery.San Fernando Church.
Almost 80 years after the San Fernando Church was built (circa 1755), General Santa Anna demanded that the flag of "no quarter" should be flown from the bell tower. Around 1863, the bell tower and nave were removed so the church could be repaired. A few years after that, it was designated asa cathedral.
It's been said that in 1936, the remains of James Bowie, Davey Crockett, and William B. Travis were found and subsequently placed in a small marble casket for display near the entrance of the cathedral. No one is sure that this story is factual. In fact, even historians can't agree on what actually occurred.
Meeting Bridge.
A wooden bridge that once spanned the San Antonio River at the corner of Commerce and Losoya Streets was the site of two important meetings in February, 1836. In the first meeting, Green B. Jameson, representing Colonel James Bowie, met with Colonel Juan Almonte. The second meeting involved a messenger sent by Colonel William B. Travis, who spoke with Colonel José Batres. Once General Santa Anna's demand of unconditional surrender was refused, a battle ensued.For more information on The Alamo, visit www.thealamo.org/
