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Inside the Alamo provides an accessible survey of the historic conflict that culminated in the 1836 siege of the Alamo, where Texan defenders faced forces commanded by Mexicoβs General Santaβ―Anna. The book offers detailed descriptions of the siege itself and explores the broader struggle for control of Texas. Biographical sketches of key figures, accompanied by quotations from those involved, give readers insight into the warlike spirit and human dimensions of this pivotal chapter in United States history.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: History/Military History
Authors: Murphy, Jim
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