History And Legends Of The Alamo And Other Missions In And Around San Antonio (1917)

''History And Legends Of The Alamo And Other Missions In And Around San Antonio'' is a historical account of the famous Alamo mission and other missions located in and around San Antonio, Texas. Written by Adina De Zavala, a prominent figure in the preservation of Texas history and culture, the book provides a detailed and comprehensive look at the events leading up to the Battle of the Alamo and the subsequent impact it had on the state of Texas. The book also explores the cultural and religious significance of the missions, including the Alamo, San Jose, and San Juan Capistrano, and their role in the colonization of Texas by the Spanish. The author draws on a variety of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and historical documents, to provide a vivid and engaging account of the missions and their place in Texas history. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and legends of the Alamo and the missions in and around San Antonio.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.