Austin's Texian Army

Austin's Texian Army

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Stories Bigger Than Texas: The Alamo Podcast
Episode 111: Austin's Texian Army

Considered the Father of Texas, Stephen F. Austin led the Texas Army from Gonzales into San Antonio – bringing the Texas Revolution to the Alamo’s doorstep.
 
We reveal why Austin was chosen to lead the volunteer army, why he left town on the brink of battle, and the impact he made as the army took control of the Alamo. Featuring the Alamo's Senior Curator, Historian & Lecturer Ernesto Rodriguez.

Read former Alamo curator's Dr. Bruce Winders' essay on San Antonio as the key to the Texas Revolution: https://www.thealamo.org/remember/battle-and-revolution/bexar

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