"Álamo" in Spanish means "poplar" or "aspen", types of trees. It is pronounced "AH-lah-mow". Please see this site for confirmation of the translation:
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Santa Anna felt he and his armies were entitled to the Alamo. The General, however, did not glorify his victory. In fact, he honored all those that lost their lives on both sides of the conflict.
Not necessarily. There were other forts in Texas besides the Alamo. [Fort Defiance, for example. ] The Alamo was one Texas fort, but not all Texas forts were the Alamo.
"Alamo" is Spanish for "cottonwood." So, an Alamo tree is a cottonwood tree.
At the Battle of the Alamo, the red flag symbolized a declaration of no surrender. It signified that the defenders of the Alamo, primarily Texian forces, were prepared to fight to the death against the Mexican army led by General Santa Anna. This bold stance underscored their determination to resist and ultimately contributed to the Alamo's legacy as a symbol of bravery and sacrifice in the fight for Texas independence.
The Alamo fell on February12,1836.
el Alamo = "the poplar tree"
Depends on the ratio of a people how (or who, even) fought in the Alamo to WHAT!The ratio between the numbers on the two sides?The ratio between those who fought in the Alamo and the number who fought at some other war?The ratio between those who fought in the Alamo and the number of tourists who visit it now?
No quarter
It means, "I have elm [the tree]."
Show No Mercy
It could be in reference to the "mythical" line drawn in the dirt by Col. William Travis at the Alamo. Those wishing to stay and fight were to step across the line. Those wanting to leave were to remain behind the line.
I think you mean Alamo. If so then the Alamo is located in San Antonio, Texas.
That Texas beat him in the battle of the Alamo.
The Alamo is often referred to as "The Shrine of Texas Liberty." This nickname reflects its significance as a symbol of Texas independence and the courage displayed during the 1836 Battle of the Alamo. It serves as a reminder of the struggle for freedom and the sacrifices made by those who fought there.
The Defenders' Ring displayed inside the Alamo shrine is a symbol of honor and remembrance for those who defended the Alamo during the 1836 siege. It is made from melted metal taken from the Alamo's original bell, symbolizing the sacrifice and bravery of the Texian defenders. The ring serves as a tribute to their legacy and the fight for Texas independence.
Santa Anna felt he and his armies were entitled to the Alamo. The General, however, did not glorify his victory. In fact, he honored all those that lost their lives on both sides of the conflict.
Not necessarily. There were other forts in Texas besides the Alamo. [Fort Defiance, for example. ] The Alamo was one Texas fort, but not all Texas forts were the Alamo.