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Remembering The Alamo
Term Paper # 147096
A discussion of the historical events surrounding the Battle of the Alamo.
3,021 words (approx. 12.1 pages) |
5 sources |
MLA | 2010
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Published on: Feb 21, 2011
Chosen as a "Paper of the Week":
“Remember the Alamo!” – This battle cry is one that almost all Americans have learned about in the classroom. Indeed enough books and movies have been written about the Battle of the Alamo itself so that most people in other countries have at least heard the cry as well. However, most people are probably not aware of the significance in American history of the Battle of the Alamo, which began February 23, 1836 and ended 13 days later on March 6, 1836. Thus, paper #147096 “Remembering the Alamo” is an apt choice for this week’s ‘Paper of the Week’ on AcaDemon. “Remembering the Alamo” provides important background information on the Battle of the Alamo, including a look at the events leading up to the conflict as well as the important names involved in the conflict. The paper then follows up with an analysis of the impact this battle had on Mexico and Texas, while also examining points of controversy and contention surrounding the actual information about the battle. The paper is written in an engaging writing style, provides in-depth background and analysis, and is well-researched and documented.
Paper Summary:
This paper given an in-depth background of the Battle of the Alamo, including the events that led to it. Additionally the paper highlights important names during and after the battle, and the impact that the battle had on the Mexican Army and the Texas Province. The paper describes the battle itself and the tactics and maneuvers of both armies. This is followed by an explanation of the outcome of the battle for both sides and the subsequent victories of the American army at San Jacinto. The paper concludes by stating that although the Alamo appeared to be a defeat, it was the beginning of victory.Outline:
Introduction
Background
The Way to Battle
The Battle of Alamo, 1836
Important Names and Heroes of the Alamo
The Outcome of the Battle
Conclusion
From the Paper:
"Davy Crockett, for example, was elected to the United States House of Representatives in 1827. After some success in his political career, he was consecutively defeated in elections held during 1833 and 1834. Upon these defeats, Crockett made the decision to go to Texas. Crockett's exact fate during the Battle of Alamo is uncertain. There are many differing accounts, of which one is that he is among a group of Texans who surrendered and were subsequently executed. Others provided accounts in which Crockett died only after killing numerous of the Mexican army. Many believe that stories of his surrender were spread not so much to discredit Crockett as to do so with Santa Anna's reputation as villain."Sample of Sources Used:
- Edmondson, J.R. .The Alamo Story: From Early History to Current Conflicts Republic of Texas Press, Plano, Texas, 2000
- Hopewell, Clifford James Bowie Texas Fighting Man: A Biography, Eakin Press, Austin, Texas, 1994.
- Lindley, Thomas Ricks Alamo Traces: New Evidence and New Conclusions, Republic of Texas Press, Lanham, MD, 2003
- Petite, Mary Deborah. 1836 Facts about the Alamo and the Texas War for Independence, Savas Publishing Company, Mason City, IA, 1998.
- Todish, Tim J. and Todish, Terry S. Alamo Sourcebook 1836: A Comprehensive Guide to the Alamo and the Texas Revolution, Eakin Press, Austin, Texas, 1998
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Remembering The Alamo (2012, April 01). Retrieved May 25, 2012, from http://www.academon.com/Term-Paper-Remembering-The-Alamo/147096
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"Remembering The Alamo" 01 April 2012. Web. 25 May. 2012. <http://www.academon.com/Term-Paper-Remembering-The-Alamo/147096>
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