USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -For Texans, the Battle of the Alamo became an enduring symbol of their resistance to oppression and their struggle for independence, which they won later that year. The battle cry of “remember the Alamo” later became popular during the Mexican-American War of 1846-1848.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Battle of the Alamo was an important event in the Texas Revolution and American History because it rallied the rest of Texas to fight against the Mexican army eventually leading to a victory over Santa Ana at the Battle of San Jacinto.

Detailed explanation-3: -“Remember the Alamo!” became their rallying cry as an urgent reminder to avenge their earlier defeat. On April 21, Texas and Mexico fought again at the Battle of San Jacinto. Texas was victorious this time, and won independence from Mexico, bringing the Texas Revolution to an end.

Detailed explanation-4: -Although it was a victory to Mexico, the Battle of the Alamo became a symbol that represented Texas’s struggle for independence, and the brave and heroic actions of many Texans. This sense of heroic resistance became helpful when Texas won its independence later at the Battle of San Jacinto.

Detailed explanation-5: -On April 21, 1836, the Texan Army under Sam Houston attacked Santa Anna’s army on the banks of the San Jacinto River with cries of “Remember the Alamo! Remember Goliad! God and Texas!” The battle lasted only 18 minutes and was a resounding victory for the Texans.