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James Bowie brought 17 volunteers from Tennessee to fight at the Alamo. These men joined the Texian forces in their struggle for independence from Mexico. Bowie's leadership and the arrival of these volunteers helped bolster the defense of the Alamo during the pivotal siege.

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Who led troop of 17 volunteers from Tennessee o fight at the Alamo?

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Why was Tennessee called the vol state?

TN was called the volunteer (VOL) state because during the Alamo TN had the most volunteers from the country to fight during the Alamo.


Who was the Tennessean who volunteered to fight at the Alamo and lost his life?

Davy Crockett, but there were about two dozen men from Tennessee who fought at the Alamo.


Where did Davy Crockett Live?

He lived in Tennesee for most of his life and then left to fight in the Alamo.


How many Defenders from Tennessee died in the Alamo?

Twelve defenders from Tennessee died at the Alamo during the famous siege in March 1836. Notable among them were David Crockett and James Bowie, who became legendary figures associated with the battle. The Alamo was a pivotal event in the Texas Revolution, and these Tennessee defenders contributed to the fight for Texas independence from Mexico.


Why are the Tennessee volunteers called the volunteers?

The University of Tennessee adopted the nickname "Volunteers" due to the overwhelming number of young men who have volunteered for duty in our nations wars. Starting with the Texas Revolution and the Alamo whereTtennesean soldiers were led by Sam Bowie and Davy Crocket to theSpanish- American war all the way to Vietnam, more Tennesseans have volunteered to fight for freedom than any other state in the Union.Tennessee is known as the "Volunteer State," a nickname earned during the War of 1812 because of the prominent role played by volunteer soldiers from Tennessee, especially during the Battle of New Orleans.


Was Davy Crockett from Texas?

Tennessee on the Nolichucky River. They moved three times by the time he was 12.


Who brought a company of tejanos to fight in the Battle of the Alamo but left when asked to send a message to General Sam Houston?

juan seguin


What are the release dates for The Alamo Fight for Independence - 2004 VG?

The Alamo Fight for Independence - 2004 VG was released on: USA: 2004


What were The results of the attack on fort Sumter?

The major results were: - the outbreak of the Civil War; - Lincoln call for 75,000 volunteers to fight the rebellion. - The Secession of Virginia, Arkansas, tennessee and North Carolina.


When was the fight of the Alamo?

March 6, 1836


Did bowie fight at the Alamo?

Yes he did, and he was killed there.