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Alamo
The Battle of the Alamo is one of the most famous battles in American history. The people of Texas had declared themselves independent from Mexico. The Mexican Army were determined to bring Texas back. Santa Anna led the Army on a campaign into Texas territory. The Alamo was also a church was also in a strategic location, protecting as it did the road from Mexico further northeast into what was now the Republic of Texas. Knowing this, the Texas forces took a bunch of weapons and men to the Alamo, aiming to keep the Mexican Army out. Santa Anna saw the need to take the Alamo, to show his military superiority. In late February 1836, the Mexican Army marched toward the Alamo. They arrived on February 23. The Mexican force numbered 6,000. The total number of men defending the Alamo was no more than 250. Many were from Texas; many were not. The "outsiders" came from 28 countries and U.S. states. They ranged in age from 16 to 57. The Mexicans had brought a large number of cannons as well. On March 6, the Mexican Army moved in. By this time, their numbers were significantly reduced because of illness or desertion. The attack began at 5 a.m. Three hours later, it was over. Those who weren't killed were either women or children. The Battle of the Alamo was definitely a victory for the Mexican Army, it gained a valuable landmark.
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