THE ALAMO($9.99Value)

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The Alamo grew out of rising conflict between Texas settlers and Mexico in the 1830s, as Mexico—led by Antonio López de Santa Anna—tightened control while many settlers pushed for independence. Texian forces took positions across Texas, including the Alamo in San Antonio, believing they could defend it. But when Santa Anna arrived with a much larger army, the situation turned into a siege. Leaders like William B. Travis, James Bowie, and Davy Crockett chose to stay and hold the mission. After nearly two weeks, the Alamo fell in a final assault that lasted less than 90 minutes—becoming one of the most defining moments of the Texas Revolution.