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This Day in Texas History: Day Thirteen of the Siege of the Alamo

March 6, 2013

This Day in Texas History: Day Thirteen of the Siege of the Alamo Sunday March 6, 1836 At Midnight on March 5, 1836, Santa Anna’s troops began moving into position for their planned attack of the Alamo compound. For several hours, the soldiers lay on the ground in complete darkness. About 5:30 A.M., they received…
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This Day in Texas History: Day 3 of the Siege of the Alamo

February 25, 2013

This Day in Texas History: Day 3 of the Siege of the Alamo Thursday February 25, 1836 The morning of February 25, 1836 dawned with summer-like temperatures opening one of the most eventful days of the siege. The Mexicans launched an attack with approximately 400 – 450 soldiers personally led by General Castrillon. The Matamoros…
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