On This Day in Texas History - March 2, 1836 On the ninth day of the siege, unbeknownst to defenders of the Alamo, the provisional Texas government at Washington-on-the-Brazos declares independence from Mexico. Follow the Alamo’s social media for a day-by-day overview of the events of the siege and battle of the Alamo. Visit www.thealamo.org for a full schedule of events to commemorate the 181st anniversary of the 1836 siege and battle. | The Alamo

Siege of the Alamo: The "small affair" That Won Texas Independence

On This Day in Alamo History - February 26, 1836 As the siege enters its fourth day, Travis's pleas for help are making their way across Texas and volunteers are preparing to march to the Alamo's aid. Fannin and his men return to Goliad after learning that a column of Mexican troops is advancing northward from Matamoros. Follow the Alamo’s social media for a day-by-day overview of the events of the siege and battle of the Alamo. Visit www.thealamo.org for a full schedule of events to commemorate