Stanley Visits the Alamo

The Alamo is the first of five Spanish missions in the San Antonio area. It was established in 1718 and was originally known as San Antonio de Valero. It played a big part in the history of Texas, so of course, Stanley had to go check it out.

Stanley entering the chapel at the Alamo.

Stanley with Aunt Beth at the Alamo.

Here is an excerpt from "The Alamo from A to Z", by William R. Chemerka:

The most famous landmark in Texas, the Alamo, is a symbol of patriotic sacrifice. In 1836, the structure was an old mission caught in the middle of the Texas Revolution. Providing shelter for 189 defenders and nearly two dozen noncombatants, it was a haven against General Santa Anna and his Mexican army until March 6th. The defenders, determined to fight for Texas's freedom, guarded the Alamo against thousands of Mexican troops.

You can read an overview of the battle here: http://www.thealamo.org/history/the-1836-battle/index.html 

Ultimately, after 13 days of fighting, nearly everyone defending the Alamo died. Some women and children inside the chapel survived. Some of the famous defenders who perished at the Alamo were James "Jim" Bowie, David "Davy" Crockett and the commander of the battle, William B. Travis.