The Alamo and the War of Texan Independence 1835–36

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The Alamo and the War of Texan Independence 1835–36

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In 1823 Texas was opened to American settlement; over the next 12 years thousands took advantage of the opportunity. During this time the corrupt Santa Anna rose to power. A dishonest and ruthless politician, thief, compulsive gambler, opium addict and liar, he nevetheless gained a measure of popular support and set about destroying federalism. Conflict with the American settlers ('Texians') became inevitable, a conflict which included the legendary Battle of the Alamo. Philip Haythornwaite covers the story of the War of Texan Independence (1835-1936) in a volume backed by a wealth of illustrations and photographs, including eight full page colour plates by Paul Hannon

Table of Contents

Historical Background · The War of Texan Independence · The Mexican Army · The Texian Army · The Plates

Product details

Published Mar 26 1992
Format Paperback
Edition 1st
Extent 48
ISBN 9780850456844
Imprint Osprey Publishing
Illustrations 50 black and white illustrations; 8 colour artwork plates
Dimensions 10 x 7 inches
Series Men-at-Arms
Short code MAA 173
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

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Philip Haythornthwaite

Philip Haythornthwaite is an internationally respe…

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Paul Hannon

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