Forget the Alamo

Three noted Texan writers challenge the long-held myths surrounding the Battle of the Alamo, revealing a more complex and often uncomfortable truth. This book explores how the traditional narrative was constructed and why its meaning continues to spark heated debate today. It delves into the forgotten contributions of Tejanos and the overlooked role of slavery in the conflict's origins, explaining how the myth of the Alamo became intertwined with the celebration of whiteness in the Jim Crow South.