On This Day in Alamo History - March 6, 1836 On the thirteenth day, Santa Anna gives the order to attack just before dawn. After a bloody 90-minute battle, the Alamo falls. A big thank you to everyone for who watched, shared and reacted to our videos over the last 13 days. We are glad you enjoyed them! Thank you also to Alamo staff and volunteers (especially Misty Hurley and Ryan Badger), David Little at the Texas General Land Office, Gary Zaboly, and Todd White at Todd White Photography for mak

On This Day in Alamo History – February 28, 1836 Throughout the sixth day of the siege, the Alamo endures prolonged cannonade from Santa Anna’s forces. The Texans have yet to lose a man. One of the most well-known Texan defenders present during the siege is legendary frontiersman David Crockett. Crockett arrived in San Antonio on February 8, just weeks before the start of the siege, and was celebrated by members of the Alamo garrison who were familiar with his reputation. Follow the Alamo’s soci

LEGO model depicting Battle of the Alamo on display this weekend