Explores the historical event in 1835 in which the Mexican army attacked a small group of rebels in the Alamo, and then asks the readers if they would join the rebels.
Looks at the Battle of the Alamo, including the events leading to it and the people involved.
Presents the events of the Battle of the Alamo from three different perspectives, a Texan commander, a Mexican soldier, and a surviving slave.
Provides an overview of important historical events or periods in world history. This volume focuses on an old Spanish Catholic mission called the Alamo and the 187 men who defended it against Mexican troops in 1835.
Traces the history of the shrine of Texas liberty, the Alamo, from its original function as a place of worship, through the Mexican siege there, to a museum in 1905.
Presents information on the history of the Alamo, including the famous battle of 1836 that took place there, some of the men involved in that battle, and its significance in the struggle for Texas's independence from Mexico.
Explores the life of Davy Crockett, including his childhood on the frontier, his time as a scout and soldier, his political career, and his last heroic moments defending the Alamo.
The Canadian Screech Owls are in Texas for a tournament when they uncover a plot to destroy the Alamo.
Presents a collection of one hundred true stories from military history including what really happened to Davy Crockett at the Alamo, how a World War One battle was stopped for a soccer game, and much more.
Examines the leaders who emerged during the Texas Revolution, including Susanna Dickinson, Sam Houston, Lorenzo de Zavala, and Francita Alavez.
After moving from Alabama to Texas in 1836, Jeff Byrd turns fourteen years old while fighting for Texas independence from Mexico and trying to sort out his friends from his enemies after a Hispanic family saves his life when the Mexican Army slaughters its prisoners during the Goliad Massacre.
Provides an analysis of the Declaration of Independence, with information on how it was created and its impact on the United States and the world.
American Civil War Reference Library offers comprehensive and wide ranging research options on this compelling era of American history. Material in each of the three titles has been reviewed by an independent advisory board for its curriculum relevance and its accessibility to students in grades 6-12.
Profiles a Mexican woman who saved more than twenty Texan rebels taken prisoner during the Texas Revolution from being shot under General Santa Anna's orders.
A biography of Sam Houston, discussing his role in the history of the United States as a soldier, general, congressman and senator, and governor in the 1800s.
Examines the life of Sam Houston, a nineteenth-century American statesman, politician, and soldier.
A biography of Sam Houston who served as a Congressman and Governor of Tennessee before his association with Texas began.
From leading the decisive victory of the Battle of San Jacinto to becoming the first president of the Republic of Texas, Sam Houston's 25 years of leadership were instrumental in shaping the Texas we know today.
Describes the life of the soldier and politician who was president of Mexico eleven times and defeated Texan troops at the Battle of the Alamo.
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. Includes biographical sketches and quotations of some of those involved.
The text of the Declaration of Independence is accompanied by illustrations meant to help explain its meaning.
Profiles each of the fifty-six men who signed the Declaration of Independence, giving historical information about the colonies they represented. Includes the text of the Declaration and its history.
Describes the events leading up to the Declaration of Independence as well as the personalities and politics behind its framing.