Historical Events tagged with "travis"
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Burst of Joy Photograph Captures Family Reunion
A poignant photograph taken by Henri Huet shows former POW Lieutenant Colonel Robert L. Stirm reunited with his family at Travis Air Force Base in California. The image, known as 'Burst of Joy,' captures the raw emotion of joy and relief as Stirm embraces his wife and children after enduring years of captivity during the Vietnam War. The photograph became iconic, symbolizing hope and the end of U.S. involvement in Vietnam, resonating deeply with a nation eager for closure and reconciliation.
Continue ReadingSiege of the Alamo Begins in San Antonio
On February 23, 1836, Mexican forces led by General Antonio López de Santa Anna laid siege to the Alamo in San Antonio, Texas, marking a critical moment in the Texas Revolution. The Texan defenders, numbering around 180, included notable figures such as James Bowie and William B. Travis. Their motivation stemmed from a desire for independence from Mexican rule. The siege would last for 13 days, culminating in a fierce battle that would become legendary in Texan history.
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