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Relates the experiences of the Texas woman who, along with her baby, survived the 1836 massacre at the Alamo.

Describes the cause that enabled Houston to gather enough men and support to defeat Santa Anna and gain independence for Texas.

A brief history of the battle of the Alamo in 1836 between the Mexican forces of General Santa Anna and a little less than 200 American patriots that helped to shape the history of Texas.

Describes the events surrounding the famous battle in the war for Texan independence.

A San Antonio girl and her family are caught up in the Battle of the Alamo in 1836.

From the 1500s to the present, different voices and perspectives of men and women--Indian, Mexican, Spanish, Texan, and American--recount the history of the Alamo and its region.

An overview of the struggle between the Texan settlers and Mexico's General Santa Anna for control of Texas, with a detailed description of the 1836 siege of the Alamo.

Twelve-year-old Jessie resents her father's decision to move his family to San Antonio where they are caught up in the revolution of 1835-1836 including the siege of the Alamo.

The true, minute-by-minute, bullet-by-bullet story of how 183 tough Texans fought off for 13 desperate days an army that outnumbered them 30 to 1.

A history of the building well known as a fortress during Texas's fight for independence, which has also served as a mission, barracks, military supply post, warehouse, and general store.

Recounts the battle of the Alamo, discussing the events that led up to the fight, the bravery of both the Mexican soldiers and the Texian fighters, the impact the fight had on Mexican and American history, and other related topics.

Gives an in-depth account of the battle at the Alamo and discusses the conflicts which led up to it.

Describes the tumultuous times in early Texas history that formed the character of Jim Bowie, who is known both for inventing the Bowie knife and for fighting and dying at the Alamo.

Documents the Texas rebels' last stand at the Alamo, including the siege before the battle, the people who defended the fort, and their fight for independence from Mexico.

Examines the lives of some of the people involved in the battle of the Alamo; and includes photographs and engravings, a glossary, listings of important dates and people, and an index.