Of course you don’t remember the Alamo, we couldn’t have been there. However, we have heard it throughout history and we know the meaning of the battle. It was a pivotal point in Texas history when Mexico launched a 12-day attack on the Alamo mission. On February 23, 1836, a group of 1,500 Mexican soldiers descended on what is now known as Texas to claim it as their own. After 12 days of skirmishing, Mexican troops made a third attempt to infiltrate the Alamo on March 6. This time they were successful and the Texian troops did not have the manpower and were unable to fight them.
On April 12 of that same year, the Texans launched a surprise attack on Fort Lynchburg where the Mexican military was taken by surprise and the battle was over in 18 minutes. The next day, Mexican President Santa Anna was captured and forced to ‘remember the Alamo’ and order Mexican troops out of the new republic now known as Texas.
The colorful Alamo themed chess set is a novelty game, like a time capsule that goes back to the 19th century and relives how Texas came to be. Frontiersman William Barrett Travis and his army may take on then-Mexican President General Santa Anna. Complete with horseman and cannons and the colors given in battle, this detailed chess set will really make a statement.
This piece of history will serve as a reminder of the historical and fateful events during the fight for control of Texas. For collectors, history buffs, history students, people in Texas, anyone can enjoy the meaning and relevance of these unique historical pieces. Consider an Alamo themed chess set for your own home or a unique gift. We’re confident that the games won’t last the full 12 days, but we also believe that getting the titles back will take more than 18 minutes!
