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Physical and Human Geography of Texas. Origins of Texas. Geographical Facts of Texas. History of Texas. The Famous Story of Texas: The Alamo. The Battle of The Alamo. Battle of The Alamo - 1836 – Part of the Texas Revolution
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The Battle of The Alamo • Battle of The Alamo- 1836 – Part of the Texas Revolution • Prior to the battle, Texans had defeated most Mexican troops and driven them out of the area • The Alamo is in San Antonio, Texas • The siege was nearly two weeks long, with about one hundred Texans against fifteen hundred Mexican troops • The cruelty shown by General Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna inspired Texans and they won The Battle of San Jacinto, led by General Sam Houston • Soon after, Santa Anna signed the Treaty of Velasco • Famous People at The Alamo- William Travis, James Bowie, Davy Crockett
Modern Day Texas • Fastest income growth in the United States • Manufacturing powerhouse • Largest exporting state • Global oil superpower • Low cost of living with high quality of life and property value • No personal state income tax • Only state with independent power grid