The siege of the Alamo lasted for 13 days, from Feb. 23 to March 6, 1836, when the Mexican army surrounded and attacked the Alamo. Between 1,800 and 6,000 Mexican soldiers besieged the fort, while ...

Many of the Alamo followers come to San Antonio for the battle anniversary, including a group of Europeans who travel here from from Sweden. That group has grown in recent years from four to 16 ...

The buildup to the battle. Mexico gained independence from Spain in 1821. Texas was a contested territory, and by 1836 the Alamo had become a military outpost as Texans fought to win independence ...

The famed Alamo battle was fought more than 200 miles away from where President Donald Trump is expected to give a defiant speech on Tuesday, but historians say that by speaking in Alamo, Texas ...

SAN ANTONIO — Updated plans for a 100,000-square-foot Alamo museum feature a two-story gallery highlighting the 1836 battle and free public access to lobby exhibits on the west wall and other ...

SAN ANTONIO – History enthusiasts, families, and community members are invited to visit the Alamo to remember the renowned 1836 battle. From February 23 through March 6, various events meant to ...

Updates to the Spanish mission, which was the site of the historic Battle of the Alamo in 1836 during Texas' fight for independence from Mexico, will include a new 100,000-square-foot visitor ...