Title- "The Alamo, Misio’n San Antonio de Valero, San Antonio, TX"

Misi’on San Antonio de Valero, founded in 1718 but moved to its present location about 1724, was originally used as a mission to Christianize the Indians and to integrate them into Spanish colonial society. The mission compound, converted to secular use in 1793, became known as “The Alamo” in deference to the soldiers from El Pueblo del Alamo de Parras, Mexico, who were stationed at the compound during the 1820’s.

Texas Sesquicentennial 1836-1986

The Alamo became known as “The cradle of Texas Liberty” as a result of the famous battle on March 6, 1836, between the Mexican General Santa Ana’s Army of thousands and the 188 volunteers led by Travis, Bowie, and Crockett. Their noble sacrifice gave precious time to the beleaguered forces under Sam Houston and helped set the stage for the climactic Texas victory at San Jacinto on April 21, 1836.

Framed 24" x 20" Picture with The Alamo Mission and BellCore Wall Clock.