Stories Bigger Than Texas: The Alamo Podcast
"Stories Bigger Than Texas: The Alamo Podcast" is the official podcast of the Alamo. Located in the heart of San Antonio, the Alamo stands as the Shrine of Texas Liberty. More than 1.6 million visitors travel to the site each year, making it the #1 most visited destination in the State of Texas. The 300-year history of the Alamo is world-renowned and represents the core of Texas’ identity today. It's a U.S. National Historic Landmark and part of the Lone Star State's only UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit TheAlamo.org.
Stories Bigger Than Texas: The Alamo Podcast
The Republic Of Texas Navy
Stories Bigger Than Texas: The Alamo Podcast
Episode 99: The Republic Of Texas Navy
The Texas Navy safeguarded the Texas coastline for nearly 10 years - a proud, if lesser known, facet of the fight to forge and maintain a free and independent Texas.
Wee reveal the humble origins of the Texas Navy, the expensive yet effective efforts to bolster the seafaring force, and how a power struggle between its commander and a war-hero president culminated in a voyage to the Navy’s final battle. Featuring author and independent historian Jonathan Jordan.
More on Jonathan Jordan's book "Lone Star Navy:" https://www.amazon.com/Lone-Star-Navy-Shaping-American/dp/1597970530
See photo of Texas Navy uniform plates in the Alamo's collection: https://www.facebook.com/EmilyBaucumSATX/posts/1008157857339963
