dec 20, 1835 - Battle of the Alamo
Description:
The Battle of the Alamo. In December 1835, in the early stages of Texas' war for independence from Mexico, a group of Texan (or Texian) volunteers led by George Collinsworth and Benjamin Milam overwhelmed the Mexican garrison at the Alamo and captured the fort, seizing control of San Antonio.Added to timeline:
Date:
dec 20, 1835
Now
~ 190 years ago