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
How Texas Became A State
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Stories Bigger Than Texas: The Alamo Podcast
Episode 138: How Texas Became A State
As we prepare to celebrate America’s 250th birthday, we’re taking a look at how Texas became a part of these United States.
We reveal why Texas traded its status as an independent nation, how American presidents of the time felt about adding another state, and the impact made across the country by the Lone Star State. Featuring Dr. Don Frazier from The Texas Center at Schreiner University.
Read former Alamo curator Dr. Bruce Winders' essay on Texas annexation: https://www.thealamo.org/remember/military-occupation/independence-and-annexation
See etching of Texas Annexation ceremony: https://www.thealamo.org/remember/military-occupation
Join the Alamo on July 4: https://www.thealamo.org/visit/independence-day
