On This Day in Alamo History – February 23, 1836 The siege of the Alamo begins when Santa Anna and approximately 1,500 Mexican soldiers arrive in San Antonio. | Roger Williams

On This Day in Alamo History - February 25, 1836 Early on the third day of the siege, a two-hour engagement occurs when Santa Anna’s troops attempt to occupy jacales (picket and thatch huts) located near the southwest corner of the compound. Members of the garrison venture out and burn the jacales this night. James W. Fannin leaves Goliad with a relief column bound for the Alamo. Follow the Alamo’s social media for a day-by-day overview of the events of the siege and battle of the Alamo. Visit w

On This Day in Alamo History - February 26, 1836 As the siege enters its fourth day, Travis's pleas for help are making their way across Texas and volunteers are preparing to march to the Alamo's aid. Fannin and his men return to Goliad after learning that a column of Mexican troops is advancing northward from Matamoros. Follow the Alamo’s social media for a day-by-day overview of the events of the siege and battle of the Alamo. Visit www.thealamo.org for a full schedule of events to commemorate