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The book had little impact on historical research into the Alamo as it had only a limited printing in Spanish in Mexico, and many researchers did not know it existed. [11] In 1975 the Texas A&M University Press published an English translation of the book, called With Santa Anna in Texas: A Personal Narrative of the Revolution. [10]
Texas Revolution of 1836, known by the battle of the Alamo. The Rape of Nanking (book). Tiananmen Square protests of 1989. Trail of Tears; TWA Flight 800; U.S. Civil War; U.S. Latinos or Hispanics. U.S. War of 1812; United States presidential election, 2000; United States presidential election, 2016 – especially allegations of Russian ...
Julien Lon Tinkle (March 20, 1906 – January 11, 1980) was a historian, writer, book critic, and professor who specialized in the history of Texas.Tinkle, the long-time book editor and critic for the Dallas Morning News, was known for his award-winning books, including an engaging history of the battle of the Alamo and a biography of J. Frank Dobie. [1]
The Alamo is the number one tourist destination in Texas, a National Landmark, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. [ 4 ] Fort Travis , Travis Park , Travis County , Lake Travis , Travis High School , Travis Early College High School , Travis Science Academy, William B. Travis Building (Austin), and 12 elementary schools are named in his honor.
Martín Perfecto de Cos (1800–1 October 1854) was a general for the Mexican army and a politician during the mid-19th century. Born in Veracruz, the son of an attorney, he became an army cadet at the age of 20, a Lieutenant in 1821, and a Brigadier General in 1833.
This replica of the Alamo, at Alamo Village, was built for the 1960 John Wayne film The Alamo. According to Todish et al., "there can be little doubt that most Americans have probably formed many of their opinions on what occurred at the Alamo not from books, but from the various movies made about the battle."
James Clinton Neill (c. 1788 – 1848) [1] was an American soldier and politician, most noted for his role in the Texas Revolution and the early defense of the Alamo.He was born in North Carolina and served in the Alabama House of Representatives between 1825 and 1827.
Navarro statue at the Navarro County Courthouse in Corsicana, Texas Inscription on base of statue depicts Navarro as a "Lover of Liberty" and a "Foe of Despotism.". José Antonio Navarro (February 27, 1795 – January 13, 1871) was a Texas statesman, revolutionary, rancher, and merchant.