William B. Travis

American colonel at the Alamo

William B. Travis - American colonel at the Alamo
Born

August 1st, 1809
216 years ago

Died

1836
189 years ago — 27 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

United States

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Born in 1809, a lawyer and soldier. Served as the Lieutenant Colonel in the Texian Army during the Texas Revolution. Commanded the Texian forces at the Battle of the Alamo, a pivotal event in the quest for Texas independence from Mexico. Was besieged in the Alamo by Mexican troops led by General Antonio López de Santa Anna. Authored the famous 'Victory or Death' letter, appealing for reinforcements during the siege. Died in battle on March 6, 1836, becoming a martyr for Texas independence.

Commanded Texian forces at the Alamo

Authored the 'Victory or Death' letter

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