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Post by Cole_blooded on Mar 22, 2008 16:42:13 GMT -5
A well placed prank for your book, hmmmm! ;D I do not believe it all as was said before on the Alamo Film forum! Everybody seems to have a take on it but seriously! Makes for a coversation to say the least if not less! TED COLE....aka....Cole_blooded ;D
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Post by neferetus on Mar 23, 2008 15:58:35 GMT -5
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Post by neferetus on Mar 23, 2008 15:59:47 GMT -5
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Post by neferetus on Mar 23, 2008 16:01:27 GMT -5
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Post by neferetus on Mar 24, 2008 19:50:21 GMT -5
Aren't these videos great? Wade truly shines in all of them.
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Post by Greg C. on Mar 24, 2008 19:52:47 GMT -5
Looks like you guys had a lot of fun. I wish I was there to witness it first hand...
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Post by Greg C. on Mar 1, 2010 15:59:39 GMT -5
Good pics Nef
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Post by neferetus on Aug 24, 2010 10:35:20 GMT -5
This coming year will mark the 175th anniversary of the battle of the Alamo in San Antonio. Who all plans on coming? The DRT is planning some sort of concert on Alamo Plaza on March 6 and I am sure that there will be many other memorable activities. (And let's not be forgetting the Alamo Society Symposium.)
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Post by neferetus on Oct 4, 2010 23:53:27 GMT -5
Concert Will Commemorate Battle of The Alamo By Vincent T. Davis - Express-News Web Posted: 10/04/2010 11:03
The 175th anniversary of the Battle of the Alamo will be commemorated with a symphony concert starring rock and pop star Phil Collins, bluegrass legend Ricky Skaggs and the San Antonio Symphony. Surrounded by Daughters of the Republic of Texas members, Skaggs and local dignitaries, Virginia Van Cleave, DRT Alamo Committee chairwoman, announced the concert, in collaboration with the city, Monday morning at the Emily Morgan Hotel.
“The concert is our way to commemorate the heroic stand of the Alamo's garrison,” Van Cleave said. “We extend an invitation to everyone to join us and remember the Alamo through music.”
The free concert will take place March 5 on an elevated stage at Alamo Plaza.
Other scheduled events include a flyover by United States Air Force jets trailing red, white and blue smoke, and recorded statements from former presidents and Hollywood actors and actresses. The San Antonio Symphony, led by musical director Sebastian Lang-Lessing, will play patriotic songs, including the “Star-Spangled Banner” and “Texas, Our Texas,” at sunset.
In addition to singing his hit songs, Collins will read from one of the last letters written by Alamo commander William Barret Travis.
DRT director of marketing and development Tony Caridi said more performers are expected to join the lineup.
Skaggs told the crowd he's excited about performing at the event.
“I'm all about music, I'm all about history and always had a love of history of Texas and Texas independence,” said Skaggs, whose long gray hair hung to his shoulders. “It's a real honor to be part of this, and when I say honor, I mean it from the bottom of my heart.”
Jack Fishman, president and CEO of the San Antonio Symphony, said his favorite concerts are the ones that “con
(Page 2 of 2)“Music expresses what words cannot,” Fishman said. “And to connect music to the history of the Alamo and freedom in America is a unique and special way to do it, and the symphony is incredibly grateful to be asked to participate.” Alamo historian Bruce Winders said the addition of music is an appropriate way to reintroduce the Alamo to people, especially a new generation. According to Alamo legend, drums and bugles were heard from the Mexican camps on the evening of March 5, 1836, and the nerves of Alamo defenders were eased by folk songs played on bagpipes and Davy Crockett's fiddle.
Winders said they wanted to reintroduce the Alamo to many people who learned about it through episodes of the Walt Disney television show “Davy Crockett” or the 1960 John Wayne movie.
“Not to say that was a historical account of what happened, but it said this is a wonderful story and really made many people have a lifelong love affair with the Alamo,” Winders said. “But we're reaching out to a generation that hasn't seen the movie and says ‘Who's John Wayne?'”
He said the concert would introduce people to music played during the era and is an opportunity to discuss the Texas Revolution.
“When they go away, they'll say it wasn't just a movie, but a real event,” Winder said. “We want people to remember the Alamo.”
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Post by neferetus on Feb 11, 2011 19:18:40 GMT -5
No concert on Alamo Plaza this year. Only business as usual, with commemorations and living history events.
Join San Antonio in Honoring the 175th Anniversary of the Battle of the Alamo Yearlong Commemoration Includes Reenactments and Special Promotions
ShareretweetEmailPrintPress Release Source: San Antonio Convention & Visitors Bureau On Tuesday February 8, 2011, 3:56 pm EST SAN ANTONIO, Feb. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- San Antonio invites visitors to "Remember the Anniversary" during the 175th Anniversary of the Battle of the Alamo. This milestone begins with a weekend of events (March 4-6, 2011), and continues with reenactments, special promotions and hotel packages throughout the year.
"The 175th Anniversary of the Battle of the Alamo not only commemorates a significant time for San Antonio, but more importantly for American history," said Dr. Bruce Winders, historian and curator for the Alamo. "More than Texas history, more than the story of San Antonio, the Alamo is a symbol of standing against unlikely odds for the pursuit of freedom. When visitors walk through this memorable building just as James Bowie, David Crockett and William B. Travis did in 1836, 'Remember the Alamo!' is ringing in their ears," noted Dr. Winders. 2011 is the time to honor the heroes, retell their stories and remember the Alamo—an important page in the memoir of America.
Located in downtown San Antonio and just steps from the River Walk, the Alamo represents nearly 300 years of history. It has been named "One of America's Top 10 Historic sites" by the History Channel and welcomes more than 2.5 million visitors each year—making it is a "must see" for all who visit San Antonio. Learn about customized itineraries, anniversary hotel packages and more at visitsanantonio.com.
Alamo Anniversary Events:
Alamo Education Days
Alamo Plaza; March 3 – 4, 2011, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Alamo Plaza will feature historical walking tours of the original compound and battlefield. Accompanied by well-known historians, filmmakers and reenactors, the Plaza will come to life as little known areas become a large part of the bigger story.
Roses of Remembrance
Alamo Plaza; March 4 – 6, 2011
At key visitor touchpoints throughout the city, tens of thousands of iconic yellow roses will be distributed during the Alamo's 175th anniversary weekend. Visitors will have the opportunity to lay their roses on a special, oversized wreath in front of the Alamo, commemorating the historic battle.
Alamo Artists: Perspective on the Alamo through Art
Emily Morgan Hotel (next to the Alamo); March 4 – 5, 2011
Seven different artists will each showcase three different works themed around the Alamo. Historic pieces from the Alamo's vault will also be on display.
Remember the Alamo
Alamo Plaza; Saturday, March 5, 2011, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday, March 6, Noon – 5 p.m.
Reenactors fill Alamo Plaza to bring to life the final two days of the 13-day siege. Participants come from all over the world, just as Alamo defenders did in 1836.
Dawn at the Alamo
Alamo Plaza; Sunday, March 6, 2011, 6 – 7 a.m.
This pre-dawn commemorative ceremony honors the fallen from both sides of the battle with the reading of eyewitness accounts, a candle-lighting ceremony and a reconciliation peace prayer.
This Hallowed Ground
Alamo Plaza; Saturday, April 9, 2011, 1 – 2:30 p.m.
A walking tour of the original perimeter walls of the Alamo. Living historians help visitors discover maps that illustrate the original fortress, authentic cannons, main gate locations and other archaeological findings.
First Saturdays at the Alamo
Alamo Grounds; First Saturday of Every Month, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
These living history demonstrations including period cooking, cornhusk doll-making and weapon displays. On select Saturdays, discussions are offered with authors who have written about the Texas Revolution as well as period music performances.
(Events continue throughout 2011. Full listing of events available at visitsanantonio.com.)
History of the Alamo
Few stories have the lasting presence of the Alamo. Originally built as a Spanish colonial mission in 1724, the famous 1836 battle forever transformed it into a symbol of liberty. It was here that nearly 200 Texians, Tejanos and American volunteers stood bravely against General Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna who commanded more than 2,000 Mexican soldiers. For 13 days, the Alamo stood strong. On the morning of March 6, however, Santa Anna's soldiers assaulted the Alamo, capturing it after a 90-minute struggle; survivors were rounded up and executed. Just over a month later, inspired with the emotional battle cry, "Remember the Alamo," Texian and Tejano forces defeated the Mexican army at the Battle of San Jacinto, winning independence for Texas and a place in history.
Planning an Authentic San Antonio Vacation
A special section of visitsanantonio.com is dedicated to sharing the story of the Alamo and making it easy for visitors to plan an authentic San Antonio vacation. Here, travelers will find:
The history of the Alamo Alamo anniversary hotel packages Alamo anniversary festivities Customized itineraries Information about the Alamo's Texas Revolution exhibit Where to find San Antonio's other Spanish colonial structures San Antonio's many attractions, restaurants and shops Maps of San Antonio and Mission Trail
Hotel Packages:
Over one dozen anniversary hotel packages are available. They range from a deluxe room for two with complimentary breakfast, parking and Alamo audio tour passes at the Crockett Hotel (located on the actual Alamo battlefield), to special offers from the Hotel Valencia Riverwalk, Hyatt Regency San Antonio and Westin Riverwalk, among others.
Remember the anniversary, remember the Alamo.
visitsanantonio.com
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Post by neferetus on Feb 26, 2011 16:46:42 GMT -5
Here's what happened last night. Attachments:
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Post by neferetus on Feb 26, 2011 16:48:24 GMT -5
Dr. Bruce Winders, curator at the Alamo, introduced the different scenes from the siege being reenacted and gave a little historical background for each. Most of the dialogue the characters were speaking was drawn from letters and other period documents, so that it all had a foot in the fabric of history and not just whole cloth.
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Post by neferetus on Feb 26, 2011 16:50:17 GMT -5
Colonel Neill discusses leaving Travis in command of the Alamo. Some of Neill's subordinates object to the idea.
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Post by neferetus on Feb 26, 2011 16:51:01 GMT -5
Colonel Bowie, a sick man, discusses his relinquishing his command to Travis with some of his men.
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Post by neferetus on Feb 26, 2011 16:54:38 GMT -5
Young Daniel Cloud discusses his reasons for being in the Alamo with David Crockett and a few others. "If we succeed, the Country is ours. It is immense in extent, and fertile in its soil and will amply reward all our toil. If we fail, death in the cause of liberty and humanity is not cause for shuddering."
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Post by neferetus on Feb 26, 2011 16:55:35 GMT -5
Travis and Bonham discuss Bonham's recent ride.
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Post by neferetus on Feb 26, 2011 16:56:51 GMT -5
Colonel Juan Morales disccusses Santa Anna'a attack orders.
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Post by neferetus on Feb 26, 2011 16:58:27 GMT -5
Baugh cautions the men at the north wall to keep in a stae of vigilence.
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Post by neferetus on Mar 8, 2011 0:26:47 GMT -5
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Post by Greg C. on Mar 8, 2011 18:39:47 GMT -5
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