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The Alamo: A Cultural History - Frank T. Thompson
The Alamo: A Cultural History
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After two short weeks under siege, the climactic battle of the Alamo lasted under an hour, but its aftermath spawned a legend. The Alamo: A Cultural History explores the transformation of the fort from its 1718 inception as a Franciscan mission to its current status as a tourist attraction,... show more
After two short weeks under siege, the climactic battle of the Alamo lasted under an hour, but its aftermath spawned a legend. The Alamo: A Cultural History explores the transformation of the fort from its 1718 inception as a Franciscan mission to its current status as a tourist attraction, historical monument, and international symbol of freedom.
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Format: hardcover
ISBN: 9780878332540 (0878332545)
Publisher: Taylor Trade Publishing
Pages no: 272
Edition language: English
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Non Fiction, History
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The Alamo - Frank Thompson, Leslie Bohem, Stephen Gaghan, John Lee Hancock In Texas, the tale of the Alamo is a familiar one and the names Bowie, Crockett, Travis, and Houston are as well known as Washington and Lincoln. The image of the Alamo defenders stepping across the line drawn in the sand ...
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