San Antonio

Here's the third of the Texas Icons - the Alamo. Texas was pretty wild place in the early 1800s and there were many nations and rogue republics fighting over the territory.

The Battle of the Alamo (February 23 – March 6, 1836) was a pivotal event in the Texas Revolution. Following a 13 day siege during which Texian defenders held off the Mexican troops despite being hopelessly outnumbered the Texians were defeated - ruthlessly slaughtered by some accounts. Their tenaciousness inspired many to join the Texian army. Buoyed by a spirit of revenge the Texians defeated the Mexican Army at the Battle of San Jacinto in April of 1836 effectively ended the revolution.

When Texans say 'Remember the Alamo' what they mean is that victory can be had despite what seems like insurmountable odds.