Immortal 32 Arrived at the Alamo On This Day in 1836 There are many symbols of Texas pride and independent spirit, but the two that instantly come to mind for most people are the Gonzales Come and Take It cannon and the Alamo. This week, we remember the final stand at the Alamo and commemorate Texas Independence Day, and one story that should not be forgotten is the courage and sacrifice of 32 men from Gonzales and DeWitt Colony who answered Col. William Barret Travis call for reinforcements as the Alamo was under siege by General Santa Anna s forces. They will forever be known as the Immortal 32.
Immortal 32 Arrived at the Alamo March 1st in 1836 There are many symbols of Texas pride and independent spirit, but the two that instantly come to mind for most people are the Gonzales Come and Take It cannon and the Alamo. This week, we remember the final stand at the Alamo and commemorate Texas Independence Day, and one story that should not be forgotten is the courage and sacrifice of 32 men from Gonzales and DeWitt Colony who answered Col. William Barret Travis call for reinforcements as the Alamo was under siege by General Santa Anna s forces. They will forever be known as the Immortal 32.