Do You Remember the Alamo? It Was More Than a Movie or Song
“Remember the Alamo” is a phrase that almost every American is familiar with, but do you know why? Most of us probably recognize it from Johnny Cash’s hit song, “Remember the Alamo,” while others remember hearing it in John Wayne’s “The Alamo.” But it’s important to remember the historical significance behind the phrase. The Alamo served as a symbol of resistance for Texans opposed to Mexican rule in the 1830s, and “Remember the Alamo” became the rallying cry as they fought for independence. The Alamo was built in 1718 and served as a Catholic mission intent on converting the indigenous population to Christianity and the Spanish way of life. In 1832, Gen. Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna gained control of Mexico and established a dictatorship. This prompted Texas, which previously had belonged to Mexico, to declare independence. Santa Anna stationed Mexican troops within the Alamo, but 200 Texas volunteers captured the fort in December 1835.
On Feb. 23, 1836, Santa Anna led a Mexican force of 2,000–6,000 men to reclaim the fort. He ordered his men to take no prisoners and proceeded to lay siege to the Alamo for 13 days until Mar. 6. Most of the 200 volunteers at the Alamo were killed, including Davy Crockett, James Bowie, and William B. Travis. The Mexican forces suffered casualties, too, losing between 600 and 1,600 men. The Battle of the Alamo became a symbol of resistance for Texans fighting for independence. In April of the same year, Sam Houston led 800 Texans to San Jacinto (near present-day Houston), where they defeated 1,500 Mexican soldiers led by Santa Anna. The Texans shouted their rallying cry, “Remember the Alamo,” during the battle. With their victory at San Jacinto, Texas gained its independence, and in 1845, became the 28th state of the United States of America. Without the Alamo, there’s no telling if Texas would be part of the U.S. today.
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Irish Pancakes Inspired by TheKitchyKitchen.com
Start your March mornings off with a seasonal flair by making these traditional Irish pancakes! Thick yet crispy, these pancakes are a sweet way to fuel your day.
Ingredients
• 2 cups all-purpose flour • 1/2 tsp baking soda • 1/2 tsp kosher salt • 1 tbsp white sugar
• 1 large egg, beaten • 1 cup buttermilk • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
directions
1. In a bowl, sift the dry ingredients together. Set aside. 2. In a skillet, brown 1 tbsp of butter.
3. In a separate bowl, mix the beaten egg, buttermilk, and browned butter. 4. In a constant stream, add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients while stirring. Do not overbeat! 5. Heat a skillet over medium-low heat. Add 1 tbsp of butter, stir until the skillet is coated, and then add a few large dollops of batter (about 3 inches wide) to the pan. Do not overcrowd. 6. Cook 4–5 minutes a side, until golden brown and cooked through. Serve with butter, jam, and syrup.
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