Hi Jerry, this is Paul Nesbitt.again. I've been to the Alamo twice in my life, the first time was in 1966 as a 17 yr old army private I still have a picture of me in front of the mission. I was also there in 2014 being older then I took more time to walk the grounds and read everything I could about what happened there. Your dialogue of the Alamo is spot on. Thank You for all you have done to explain it all, I have stayed up nights listening to your stories of different people. I'm kinda a history buff. And really enjoy your work. I would recommend it to anyone. Thank You. Sincerely Paul Nesbitt
Thank you for this comment that read like a letter in 1949. Thank you for your service as well. If you’re still here with us today, Paul Nesbit, i hope you’re doing all right. Much love and blessings 🙏🏾
Jerry, you always do a great job on our history. Enjoyed the one about Bonnie and Clyde. Just got back from the Alamo today, took my sons and i had been there as a child as well but at 53 i really thought deeply the horror they went through. God bless them and Texas !!! Thanks Jerry and bless you and yours !!!
I've been to the Alamo (Texas kid) and done the river walk. I was more impressed with the Alamo and the feeling I got while there. Thank you, Jerry for a wonderful video. Remember the Alamo!
My 6th grade teacher was a direct descendent of James Bowie. Because of her I became an ardent student of history, the Alamo in particular. I have read every book, seen every movie on the Alamo and have even interviewed members of the Crockett family. I thought I knew all there was to know on the subject. However, this fine piece of work gave me a couple of new insights, specifically the box containing the bones of Crocket, Bowie and Travis. Congratuations on a job well done, and I loved the narrators voice. I have been to the Alamo many times and will go again.
Because of her you enjoyed a life-long gift .lol.No Fair,I didnt even learn math from mine.lol.A fine teacher instills that wonder.I never been there,on my list for certain.
@@Isilzhatheta1 Not true according to geni.com,he had huge family,a unknown named son,daughter Maria Josepha Bowie,4 brothers,3 sisters and I see researching even had a half brother whom was half African American(free man of color).(www geni.com)...
Jerry, my old company from Vietnam had our first reunion at San Antonio after not seeing one another for 43 years. Video mark 9:41 is the Crockett Hotel where we all met and stayed four three days. The Alamo is right across the street. I was honored to go inside the Alamo and sign the guest book with my name plus U.S. Army retired. Since that reunion San Antonio is one of the best cities to visit and I have been to most every big city west of New York. Great video, thank you
Jerry Skinner you are the best narrator I've had the Plesher to listened to thank you I just hit 71 years thankyou Jim Barnhart Azida Ontario keep it up.
Mr. Jerry Skinner, I think you hit the mark for which you have a given trait or talent. I love American History. I visited the American museum Smithsonian institution in Washington D.C. and have never been the same. I became hungry to learn American History. I very much enjoyed your visit to this Alamo. I can't travel to these sights but, would love too.
As a baby boomer, the "Remember the Alamo" reverberated back in the 50s for some reason. I even have some drawings I did of the mission in old scrapbooks my dad kept. I toured the Alamo back in the early 2000s and was surprised at how big the compound actually was, as you said, it was impossible to defend with so few defenders. Thanks for the very interesting video presentation. Then of course that episode was depicted by in a Hollywood propaganda movie Remember the Alamo with of course John Wayne, following another depicting Custer's Last Stand with the propaganda movie, "They died with their boots on" with Errol Flynn as the fool Custer.
Hello Brother Jerry...my wife Ann and I are in our mid 50's and just wanted to extend our thanks and gratitude for what you do. Your videos are so detailed and informative that we look forward to each and every new one that you post. We understand that putting these together takes you to many places and occupies much of your time. You have truly brought joy to us and many more with your clear speech and great southern style. Thanks again for all that you do and we will look forward to your future fact filled, fun and wonderful documentaries. May our Lord truly Bless You and Yours and keep you safe. :-)
I saw the Alamo mission on July 2nd 1969 in the evening, while touring around the US with the Greyhound buses, I could not imagine to find it in downtown, surrounded by buildings ! Thank you so much for sharing this interesting video, the very clear explanations ! Even for us French people it is very moving to learn about this story. The " Alamo " movie was very popular in France, back in 1960 and remains even nowadays one of the best western movie.
Thank you, Jerry. I learned some more about our country's history from you. You always bring some new info to light for me. Have a great day. Hugs, Kat
Thank you very much for a most fascinating video...Though being English, I am very interested in the history brilliantly explained here...Great narration!!....Thank you again.
Mr. Skinner , this is the 3rd documentary you have made that I have seen. Once again you have done a wonderfull job. I hope to view the rest of your videos soon. Thank you once again for your documentary work as its a joy for all American history buffs to watch. Keep up the good work.
edward creegan , my grandfather , a proud Texan took my sister and I. We were 15 and 16 at the time ( I’m in my fifties now) the atmosphere was tangible and had a lasting effect on me.
And to think, the Mayor of San Antonio named Castro, has a mother who stated often "I hate everything the Alamo stands for". This is how far down we have fallen
Thank you bunches Jerry for making these videos. It must have took a lot of time and effort on your part to put together this information, besides the actual personal cost of production. One thing's for sure: you have an almost infinite amount of people and places - subjects - to make them about. Your efforts are greatly appreciated!
I agree. Now in regards to the film we just watched yes remember the Alamo but don’t go there because Texans thought so little of the place that they built modern high rise office space on that hallowed ground. SHAME ON YOU TEXAS!
You should visit Gettysburg sometime. I used to live in that area and would always visit the battlefields and memorials. I've been there probably dozens of times, but each time I learned something new. There are so many things to see and do, it's probably my favorite historical site.
Yes, such places can be very moving to visit. I used to visit the US war Cemetery outside Cambridge in the UK. Those interred there were mainly air crew from the USAAF bomber squadrons of WWII. It is a beautiful but melancholy place.
Great video. Visited The Alamo in 1976 and it was beautiful but the city has simply ruined it now. Will never go back.I live in Tennessee and really enjoyed the museum that was there at that time. It was so interesting to see every thing. Not the same when I was back in 1998. So sad.
I am a direct descendent of David Crockett, he being my great, great, great uncle. My family does own several pieces of Davy's property, including his family bible. Most of the articles are on loan and display at Chicago's Museum of Natural History. I have seen, read, written a couple myself, watched, and heard every Alamo story ever put out. I love the history. Just wanna say that this was very well done. Great job by Jerry as usual. All your stuff is not only all true but well done. One story I remember reading that you may like was when Jim Bowie's elderly mother was told about his death at the hands of the Mexicans she said: "I'll wager they didn't get my Jim In the back".
True, Mark Burch. The legalistic term (I believe) is: "collateral descendant". For most of us, an Aunt/Uncle or sibling is close enough, colloquially speaking.
Mark Burch .....Mr Burch, I am tempted to go back to my comment and change my wording simply to related. BUT NOOOOOO, now I can't sneak it in or I'll really look like an idiot. LOL. You are absolutely correct, and I appreciate the humiliating correction. I'll bet you're a direct descendent of Santa Anna, ain't ya? Man you learn something new every day, and that is for damn sure. Anyhow, I will have to tell my 97 year old mother that she has been giving bum info all these years. Also, on a funny note, I went back and looked at a local Sun Times article written many years ago concerning a piece I had written on the Alamo and the battle. In it I claim direct descendency, and the article backs me up. But you ruined all that. 🙄
Thank you Mr. Skinner for a well produced and informative video! I love your voice and cadence and the informative and interesting way you tell a story. God bless you, Sir.
Another great documentary. I've been to the alamo several times but I appreciate the extra information you use in your documetaries. Thanks once again.
The battle was predawn and over by sunrise -- well thought out -- cavalry had no part in it except to cut off a small band who tried to escape on the road north -- the compound had been fired upon nightly by cannon to keep the defenders awake and off-balance but on March 6 the firing stooped to cause the defenders to lower their guard and fall asleep which they did -- the army was a core group of regular army with a large conscripted force picked up as S/A marched north out of mexico -- the attacking force was focused on the north wall as that was the easiest to attack since the cannon could not be lowered when the troops were within 200 yards and there were no firing holes so the defenders had to stand up to fire over the edge of the wall -the wall had been damaged earlier - -- they were supposed to approach in silence (the sentries in pits outside the wall had been killed) but they started running and shouting and tipped off the defenders -- many attacking casualties were from friendly fire -- light infantry (Casadores) attacked the south wall palisade to prevent the gathering of forces at the north wall -- troops maneuvered on the fronts of the other two walls and some "sappers" -- they weren't really sappers but were equipped with large axes - began hacking at a side gate and some gained entry that way -- no one spiked the cannons so they were turned around to fire at those in the long barracks where the fighting became hand-to-hand -- it is estimated the battle took less than an hour -- reports saying Crockett and others were taken prisoner then hacked to death are doubted by some -- the bodies were burned -- the chapel was not blown up - a small group tried to run but were chased down by mounted troops -- a few civilians survived including Susana Dickinson (former prostitute) who made some money later due to her involvement -- she and a few others are reported to have seen Crockett's body -- not confirmed -- attacking force causalities range from a few to 300 or more depending upon the source --- S/A called it a "mild affair" or words to that effect but his officers later stated that casualties were high -- the "5,000" seems to have come from a Marty Robbins song -- in all the entire army was about 4,200 but it was divided into two columns so there were about 1,500 at the Alamo, many of which were artillery and support troops and green conscripts with no training so the attacking force is believed to be about 650 but enough -- the defenders were about 20 paces apart and could not concentrate fire or keep up with the number of attackers
i wasnt there so i cant say anymore than common sense ,the mexican soldiers then and all soldiers before till NOW ,including law inforcement ,are more so were givin the same orders ,to OPEN the gate/front door etc ,iow the main entrance to give access to the main body of men to enter en-mass ,ESP CAVALRY ,as we all know well the alamo was no small place ,rooting out the barricaded was on e thing BUT getting to them another ,quickly and with less losses no matter if you though of your guys as a bunch of hens what ever that vain ass santa said so no matter to what we read the mexicans would have NOT BEEN WELL TRAINED and more like complete idiots to not have used thier cavalry in side alamo as soon as they made a entrance,excuse my grammer and spelling
@@rayovakbatteriesbenson6860 excuse me but Crockett was my uncle. The land stolen was also taken from my Sioux ancestors. The war continues on within me.
Great story telling and location filming. I still have not been to Texas or the Alamo. One wonders what would have happened if the defenders had about twice their number. Doctrine has it that defenders in a prepared position have about a 3:1 advantage. The outcome might have been different. Certainly the Mexican losses would have been much heavier, and some of the defenders may have been able to retreat and survive. I enjoy your videos. Thank you
it's great that you compliment the guy but he has no idea what he is talking about -- he plagiarized the state historical signs and filled in the rest from movies
carl goodbody - And what have you done with your life except criticize everything other people do. C'mon lets hear all the BS that you want to say you've done. I'm sure it will be a long list too.
I discovered Jerry's videos early this morning, and now it is eleven p.m. the same day- I think this means that I have watched his videos all day! Thank God for them because i am down with not feeling well today, and these have helped me to get through this day. I am from La. and I just loved the documentary on Huey Long! Mr. Jerry, I know that you could do an excellent one on LBJ ! Also on Abe Lincoln, Ulysses S. Grant and General Robert E. Lee. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and skill. You have been a blessing to me today.
I own a ranch called the Twin Hills also called the Dos Hermitos by Santa Anna where his army stayed two days ride South of San Antonio. The 2 mesa's in Freer, TX were his look out post for attacking Texans as he was preparing for the attack on the Alamo. Legend says that loads of silver were buried in a mineshaft which is present in one Mesa. This mineshaft was probably dug by precambrian people since a dinosaurs remains were found with 7 spear tips in it nearby. The ranch is on the Alamo trail which is now Highway 16.
I am a native born Texan, I am often surprised that the first battle of this conflict, the Battle of Nacogdoches in East Texas is never mentioned. Good work on this documentary though.
Fantastic video as usual Jerry thank you very much. I enjoy watching them tremendously or I am I history buff of Western culture also. I enjoy reading and watching videos/ movies of the Civil War the Western years all the way back to the clonial days with the Revolutionary War. Me and my wife would love to get down there to see all those places one of these days but I have had over a hundred surgeries in my lifetime so therefore it's hard for me to get around anymore. So thank you once again Jerry...👍
OMG OMG OMG From the moment that familiar voice started, I knew I'd love this video!!! The narrator is Ray Miller, the show is "The Eyes of Texas" that was on air in Texas from 1969 to 1999.
I will begin with two bits of personal information about myself. First I am a Texan, born and raised in San Antonio. Secondly, I am African American. Many of the comments I agree with and others make me angry. I agree with the underlying cause of the War for Texas Independence being slavery and greed. I applaud the Mexicans government forethought to make the horrible practice of slavery illegal. However with much of the Mexican lands so far from the centralized power of Mexico any laws that the Texicans didnt like they ignored. This set up a dynamic that would lead to animosity on both sides. I visit The Shrine probably once a month to pay my respects and to reimmerse myself and my family in our cities cultural heritage. The Alamo as it stands today is a far cry from what was there in during The Battle. So when comments are made that include its smaller than I thought. I always explain that many stones and peices of the original structures were carried off to help rebuild after the war. And that the modern building visible across the plaza were all either part of the mission or very close to it. I also try and explain that The Alamo is as big as all of Texas in the hearts of Texans. Lastly, as to when and where on the property the defenders died: Does it really matter? All were lost. Imagine if you entire town was wiped out? Whould you care if your hero was killed defending his position heroically or sick in bed? I love The Alamo because after 300 years it still stands to reminde us of our past and as a becon of our future. Remember The Alamo
Hurricane When I first moved to SA for a company I worked for, one day I went looking for the Alamo. I got quite a chuckle when I saw store store store post office store store Alamo store st... wait, did I just pass the Alamo?
James Barrett Why do you call them "radicals?" White "radicals" with bad reputations ignored laws and with support from a crooked U.S. president who believed in anglo "manifest destiny", lied to US citizens about Mexico stepping onto US land, thus falsely creating a false reason to start the war and essentially TAKE half of Mexico (don't talk shit about US paying for it). Both ABRAHAM LINCOLN AND ULYSSES GRANT KNEW THE REASON TO INVADE MEXICO WAS A SHAM, as well as many others.
Charlesetta Robinson I'm a native Texan, and the Alamo is not "big in my heart." It is a reminder that Anglos were crooked in their crooked belief in their manifest destiny. Anglos wiped out the natives, wheras in Mexico natives are still everwhere. So, to me the Alamo and idiotic movies and glorified writings about the valiant dead is a reminder of white lawlessness, greed, arrogance, disrespect, lying and thievery.
I have heard the tour Guides version of the Fall of the Alamo and it is Nothing near what You describe ! Hope some from the Alamo historical society sees this and rectifies the Tourist style oratory !! Thanks again you do a Superb job on all your videos.
Worst documentary and narration of the century -- "providence of Texas" He meant "province" -- "coner" versus "corner" -- "18 and 36" instead of "1836" -- Travis commanded the garrison - Bowie commanded volunteers - Crockett's so-called ambitions all bunk -- Crockett (the name comes from "crocket" meaning a medieval curved ornament on buildings) was at odds with Jackson and Congress in general over the "Indian problem" -- he opposed Jackson' actions against the tribes -- Crockett failed at nearly everything he did - the name "volunteers" came from the War of 1812 when huge numbers of men signed up for that war -- Crockett simply stole it and made it "Tennessee Volunteers" and/or "Tennessee Mounted Volunteers" the list of problems with this "documentary" goes on if it can be called that home spun TH-cam video and sad -- much of it from the 1960 Alamo movie - the movie was so inaccurate the historical advisor had his name taken out of the credits NOTE --- avoid using old movies as a resource filming public signs at the site -- yikes -- an insult to the Alamo and Texas history buy and read "Three Roads to the Alamo"
Mexico invited settlement. Stephen F. Austin worked with the Mexican government to allow American settlers to come in and develop farmland. Mexico, having just won its independence from Spain, was a political hotbed. Various political parties imposed different changes between the 1820's and 1830's. Mexico did not permit the new American immigrants to become citizens easily. The Texans' rights to participate in government were severely curtailed, and "native" Mexicans were given much legal preference when it came to settling new land. Mexico also required that all residents be Roman Catholic, forbidding the practice of any other denomination or religion. Jim Bowie, as well as many other settlers, were forced to be "converted," even though most of them already called themselves Christians. A number of liberal reforms took place when Mexico adopted a better constitution in 1824. The young country did not reverse its policies on religious intoleration, but much progress toward equality for all Mexicans, including the white settlers, was made. When Santa Anna rose to power, he overturned the constitution of 1824 and replaced it with his "Siete Leyes," attempting to revert Mexico to the way it had been before. The settlers opposed this. When the defenders of the Alamo died, they had been degraded to the status of second-class citizen. They were defending the constitution of 1824 to prevent any further encroachment on their religious freedom, property rights, and civil liberties. To quote the Texas Declaration of Independence, which fails to mention slavery as a reason for secession, Mexican citizens had been subjected to the "combined despotism of the sword and the priesthood." Texas was not the only Mexican state to rebel against Santa Anna, but it was the only one to do so successfully. In the end, the Texans earned their rightful independence and formed a second American republic, which lasted until they decided to join the United States.
krisgett Kris, Thank you, I am going to Alabama this next week to try and do the plane crash of Rickey Nelson. I went to Texas and got the location of the crash. Thanks Jerry
if its not new and not mexico why is it called new mexico ? Alamo was about the cannons. Orders for prevention of capture were not obeyed many men died because of that mistake. Bowie like Custer did what they wanted instead of following orders got others slaughtered due to mistakes
At the time the compound was huge - even with 250 defenders they couldn't man the walls properly. Once the North wall was breached and the SW cannonade was captured the defenders broke and ran to the long barracks it was sheer pandemonium inside the compound. Remember these guys weren't trained soldiers they were average joes with no military training and they ran to where they thought they would be safe. Some of the defenders tried to escape and were run down and slaughtered by the Mexican cavalry.
Nicely done, no shortage of interest in The Alamo! Ive always felt that much of what is wrong in Mexico today stems back to one man, Generalisimo Santa Ana. Imagine if he had shown a sliver of humanity in his treatment of the brave defenders, like Grant at Appomattox or Washington at Yorktown, and simply had them turn in their weapons, while letting them keep their horses and mules and possessions, sign a parole pledging loyalty to Mexico or at the least promising not to ever wage war against Mexico. And then returned to Mexico City to oversee free elections, all the stuff of fantasy now but he had it entirely within his power to do so. Instead he chose a cowardly, self-serving path that set the stage for one dictator after another. Poor Mexico, so far from God, so close to the ghosts of Santa Ana, Huerta and Diaz!
I'm Mexican and i couldn't agree more. If santa ana hadn't dissolved the 1824 constitution and centralized the whole goverment, Mexico would be a world power at this day.
Also why do you think Mexico city is so rich? And the sorrounding cities all over Mexico not so much? Well you guessed it.. it goes all the way back to the santa ana days..
Great video. I visited the Alamo and took the tour in the mid '70's. They have been finding bodies around there for years, and are still finding them. ⚰️
One can laud the courage of the defenders of the Alamo, be supportive of the Texas rebellion, and have respect for our Mexican neighbors. America was a particularly vigorous country in the 19th Century, settling a continental-sized land, even while fighting a vicious Civil War for four years. Spain and Mexico did little with the lands north of modern day Mexico so America relieved them of the property. That has been the way of the world since organized tribes formed 10,000+ years ago and all the great empires from Persia to Rome to the Mongols of Genghis Khan have done what the Americans did in the 19th Century.
@@JerrySkinner1943 my dog's name is Don Quixote and since he's a big part of my channel I give his name to my channel and my name Jerry together. Thank you for the compliment!
Hi Jerry, this is Paul Nesbitt.again. I've been to the Alamo twice in my life, the first time was in 1966 as a 17 yr old army private I still have a picture of me in front of the mission. I was also there in 2014 being older then I took more time to walk the grounds and read everything I could about what happened there. Your dialogue of the Alamo is spot on. Thank You for all you have done to explain it all, I have stayed up nights listening to your stories of different people. I'm kinda a history buff. And really enjoy your work. I would recommend it to anyone. Thank You. Sincerely Paul Nesbitt
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Thank you for this comment that read like a letter in 1949. Thank you for your service as well. If you’re still here with us today, Paul Nesbit, i hope you’re doing all right. Much love and blessings 🙏🏾
Jerry, you always do a great job on our history. Enjoyed the one about Bonnie and Clyde. Just got back from the Alamo today, took my sons and i had been there as a child as well but at 53 i really thought deeply the horror they went through. God bless them and Texas !!! Thanks Jerry and bless you and yours !!!
You took land for slavery did you not?
Jerry Skinner is one of, if not the best historians alive today. How digs up the facts and conveys them so succinctly is a marvel.
I've been to the Alamo (Texas kid) and done the river walk. I was more impressed with the Alamo and the feeling I got while there. Thank you, Jerry for a wonderful video. Remember the Alamo!
Thank you Mary. Jerry
My 6th grade teacher was a direct descendent of James Bowie. Because of her I became an ardent student of history, the Alamo in particular. I have read every book, seen every movie on the Alamo and have even interviewed members of the Crockett family. I thought I knew all there was to know on the subject. However, this fine piece of work gave me a couple of new insights, specifically the box containing the bones of Crocket, Bowie and Travis.
Congratuations on a job well done, and I loved the narrators voice.
I have been to the Alamo many times and will go again.
Same with me,new one for me...Another tip top video...Never knew of the box...
Did your teacher wear a Bowie Knife? :-O
Because of her you enjoyed a life-long gift .lol.No Fair,I didnt even learn math from mine.lol.A fine teacher instills that wonder.I never been there,on my list for certain.
James Bowie had no direct descendants. His brother had several children.
@@Isilzhatheta1 Not true according to geni.com,he had huge family,a unknown named son,daughter Maria Josepha Bowie,4 brothers,3 sisters and I see researching even had a half brother whom was half African American(free man of color).(www geni.com)...
I love to hear the sound of my fellow Texans voices. Very nice on the ears. Thank you, Mr.Skinner.
Jerry, my old company from Vietnam had our first reunion at San Antonio after not seeing one another for 43 years. Video mark 9:41 is the Crockett Hotel where we all met and stayed four three days. The Alamo is right across the street. I was honored to go inside the Alamo and sign the guest book with my name plus U.S. Army retired. Since that reunion San Antonio is one of the best cities to visit and I have been to most every big city west of New York. Great video, thank you
Jerry Skinner you are the best narrator I've had the Plesher to listened to thank you I just hit 71 years thankyou Jim Barnhart Azida Ontario keep it up.
Thank you Jim, love Ontario, thank you again my friend Jerry
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Another brilliant video and the story of the brave men who gave up their lives was well told.
I could listen to your voice all day.
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very true
Thank you for sharing this history of the Alamo, we will never forget!
This is a very good job on the History of the Battle at The Alamo, a Spanish Mission, one of several in San Antonio, Texas.
I thank you for taking the time to make and post this Jerry.
Born in San Antonio lifelong Texan. So much I didn’t know thank you for this interesting documentary.
Mr. Jerry Skinner,
I think you hit the mark for which you have a given trait or talent. I love American History. I visited the American museum Smithsonian institution in Washington D.C. and have never been the same. I became hungry to learn American History. I very much enjoyed your visit to this Alamo. I can't travel to these sights but, would love too.
As a baby boomer, the "Remember the Alamo" reverberated back in the 50s for some reason. I even have some drawings I did of the mission in old scrapbooks my dad kept. I toured the Alamo back in the early 2000s and was surprised at how big the compound actually was, as you said, it was impossible to defend with so few defenders. Thanks for the very interesting video presentation. Then of course that episode was depicted by in a Hollywood propaganda movie Remember the Alamo with of course John Wayne, following another depicting Custer's Last Stand with the propaganda movie, "They died with their boots on" with Errol Flynn as the fool Custer.
Hello Brother Jerry...my wife Ann and I are in our mid 50's and just wanted to extend our thanks and gratitude for what you do. Your videos are so detailed and informative that we look forward to each and every new one that you post. We understand that putting these together takes you to many places and occupies much of your time. You have truly brought joy to us and many more with your clear speech and great southern style. Thanks again for all that you do and we will look forward to your future fact filled, fun and wonderful documentaries. May our Lord truly Bless You and Yours and keep you safe. :-)
Scott Riggleman Scott, thank you for your kind and considerate words. Look forward to hearing from you again. Jerry
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I saw the Alamo mission on July 2nd 1969 in the evening, while touring around the US with the Greyhound buses, I could not imagine to find it in downtown, surrounded by buildings !
Thank you so much for sharing this interesting video, the very clear explanations ! Even for us French people it is very moving to learn about this story. The " Alamo " movie was very popular in France, back in 1960 and remains even nowadays one of the best western movie.
Thank you, Jerry. I learned some more about our country's history from you. You always bring some new info to light for me. Have a great day. Hugs, Kat
Jerry does great work. Thank you.
A lot of respect went into this. What they believed in, what they fought for will forever live on. Remember the alamo!
Thank you very much for a most fascinating video...Though being English, I am very interested in the history brilliantly explained here...Great narration!!....Thank you again.
Mr. Skinner , this is the 3rd documentary you have made that I have seen. Once again you have done a wonderfull job. I hope to view the rest of your videos soon. Thank you once again for your documentary work as its a joy for all American history buffs to watch. Keep up the good work.
Mr. Skinner, Thanks for another informative, enjoyable video.
i am a decendent of William Marshall who died defending the Alamo. He came from Louisiana.
To date, Jerry's video about the Alamo has garnered 197, 000 AND 231 views. Good job, Jerry.
Thank you for posting......very enjoyable.......thanks for taking us there.
wonderful story had the pleasure of seeing the alamo and the flags of nation,s inside felt very pround
edward creegan , my grandfather , a proud Texan took my sister and I. We were 15 and 16 at the time ( I’m in my fifties now) the atmosphere was tangible and had a lasting effect on me.
Been to Texas twice, Them two girls that worked at the Dairy Queen in Bushland were some of the sweetest girls I've ever met.
And to think, the Mayor of San Antonio named Castro, has a mother who stated often "I hate everything the Alamo stands for". This is how far down we have fallen
I really like Mr. Skinner's narration and delivery. reminds me a little of Levon Helm.
Thank you bunches Jerry for making these videos. It must have took a lot of time and effort on your part to put together this information, besides the actual personal cost of production. One thing's for sure: you have an almost infinite amount of people and places - subjects - to make them about. Your efforts are greatly appreciated!
Thank you Dale. Jerry
Thanks for this excellent presentation, from a Fort Worth patriot.
MY DAUGHTER, THROUGH HER FATHER, IS RELATED TO JIM BOWIE. I NEVER KNEW HIS SAD BACKGROUND STORY. THANKS, JERRY SKINNER FOR YOUR RESEARCH.
My Movies-By Actors Jim Bowie was married to his horse, well maybe not married but they did have a honeymoon
I have watched several of your vlogs, some numerous times. And I always enjoy them. Many thanks.
Thank you Terry. Jerry
Come on AMERICA! What is happening to you?
Did they die for nothing; for you to give it all away?
Remember the ALAMO!
They died for ego.. There fault .they died.
WestLaPitbull Channel You must like to be bent over ?
I agree. Now in regards to the film we just watched yes remember the Alamo but don’t go there because Texans thought so little of the place that they built modern high rise office space on that hallowed ground. SHAME ON YOU TEXAS!
@New King you eat pork? Sounds about right... Trash eating trash. I can spell that.
@New King only here pig here is you..
One of the best documentary I’ve seen, great work!
You should visit Gettysburg sometime. I used to live in that area and would always visit the battlefields and memorials. I've been there probably dozens of times, but each time I learned something new. There are so many things to see and do, it's probably my favorite historical site.
Yes, such places can be very moving to visit. I used to visit the US war Cemetery outside Cambridge in the UK. Those interred there were mainly air crew from the USAAF bomber squadrons of WWII. It is a beautiful but melancholy place.
Things like this motivate me to keep my own frontier history channel going!
Another tremendous video, thanks for the historical teachings! Very entertaining too.
so nice to hear facts and not fairy tales! well informed!
Loved the video just visited there amazing experience.
Great video. Visited The Alamo in 1976 and it was beautiful but the city has simply ruined it now. Will never go back.I live in Tennessee and really enjoyed the museum that was there at that time. It was so interesting to see every thing. Not the same when I was back in 1998. So sad.
I am a direct descendent of David Crockett, he being my great, great, great uncle. My family does own several pieces of Davy's property, including his family bible. Most of the articles are on loan and display at Chicago's Museum of Natural History. I have seen, read, written a couple myself, watched, and heard every Alamo story ever put out. I love the history. Just wanna say that this was very well done. Great job by Jerry as usual. All your stuff is not only all true but well done.
One story I remember reading that you may like was when Jim Bowie's elderly mother was told about his death at the hands of the Mexicans she said: "I'll wager they didn't get my Jim In the back".
I believe Jim took a few with him.
Davy Crockett was a hero for boys growing up in the 60's with Disney's live action depiction; a man's man.
If he's your uncle you're NOT a DIRECT descendant.
True, Mark Burch. The legalistic term (I believe) is: "collateral descendant". For most of us, an Aunt/Uncle or sibling is close enough, colloquially speaking.
Mark Burch .....Mr Burch, I am tempted to go back to my comment and change my wording simply to related. BUT NOOOOOO, now I can't sneak it in or I'll really look like an idiot. LOL. You are absolutely correct, and I appreciate the humiliating correction. I'll bet you're a direct descendent of Santa Anna, ain't ya?
Man you learn something new every day, and that is for damn sure. Anyhow, I will have to tell my 97 year old mother that she has been giving bum info all these years. Also, on a funny note, I went back and looked at a local Sun Times article written many years ago concerning a piece I had written on the Alamo and the battle. In it I claim direct descendency, and the article backs me up. But you ruined all that. 🙄
Outstanding video. Thank you!!
Thank you Mr. Skinner for a well produced and informative video! I love your voice and cadence and the informative and interesting way you tell a story. God bless you, Sir.
Another great documentary. I've been to the alamo several times but I appreciate the extra information you use in your documetaries. Thanks once again.
I learned a lot that I didn't know. Good job!
The battle was predawn and over by sunrise -- well thought out -- cavalry had no part in it except to cut off a small band who tried to escape on the road north -- the compound had been fired upon nightly by cannon to keep the defenders awake and off-balance but on March 6 the firing stooped to cause the defenders to lower their guard and fall asleep which they did -- the army was a core group of regular army with a large conscripted force picked up as S/A marched north out of mexico -- the attacking force was focused on the north wall as that was the easiest to attack since the cannon could not be lowered when the troops were within 200 yards and there were no firing holes so the defenders had to stand up to fire over the edge of the wall -the wall had been damaged earlier - -- they were supposed to approach in silence (the sentries in pits outside the wall had been killed) but they started running and shouting and tipped off the defenders -- many attacking casualties were from friendly fire -- light infantry (Casadores) attacked the south wall palisade to prevent the gathering of forces at the north wall -- troops maneuvered on the fronts of the other two walls and some "sappers" -- they weren't really sappers but were equipped with large axes - began hacking at a side gate and some gained entry that way -- no one spiked the cannons so they were turned around to fire at those in the long barracks where the fighting became hand-to-hand -- it is estimated the battle took less than an hour -- reports saying Crockett and others were taken prisoner then hacked to death are doubted by some -- the bodies were burned -- the chapel was not blown up - a small group tried to run but were chased down by mounted troops -- a few civilians survived including Susana Dickinson (former prostitute) who made some money later due to her involvement -- she and a few others are reported to have seen Crockett's body -- not confirmed -- attacking force causalities range from a few to 300 or more depending upon the source --- S/A called it a "mild affair" or words to that effect but his officers later stated that casualties were high -- the "5,000" seems to have come from a Marty Robbins song -- in all the entire army was about 4,200 but it was divided into two columns so there were about 1,500 at the Alamo, many of which were artillery and support troops and green conscripts with no training so the attacking force is believed to be about 650 but enough -- the defenders were about 20 paces apart and could not concentrate fire or keep up with the number of attackers
i wasnt there so i cant say anymore than common sense ,the mexican soldiers then and all soldiers before till NOW ,including law inforcement ,are more so were givin the same orders ,to OPEN the gate/front door etc ,iow the main entrance to give access to the main body of men to enter en-mass ,ESP CAVALRY ,as we all know well the alamo was no small place ,rooting out the barricaded was on e thing BUT getting to them another ,quickly and with less losses no matter if you though of your guys as a bunch of hens what ever that vain ass santa said so no matter to what we read the mexicans would have NOT BEEN WELL TRAINED and more like complete idiots to not have used thier cavalry in side alamo as soon as they made a entrance,excuse my grammer and spelling
Thanks for another great video!
Thank you for your well-told story about my childhood heroes.
Harry Schaefer the Texans were not heroes
G.G. Vlad And explain to us why they are not heroes in your eyes.
Harry Schaefer I am sorry but, those who died @ the Alamo deserved just what they got ; a killing fit just for their ilk-- LANDSTEALER!!!!
@@rayovakbatteriesbenson6860 excuse me but Crockett was my uncle. The land stolen was also taken from my Sioux ancestors. The war continues on within me.
Great story telling and location filming. I still have not been to Texas or the Alamo. One wonders what would have happened if the defenders had about twice their number. Doctrine has it that defenders in a prepared position have about a 3:1 advantage. The outcome might have been different. Certainly the Mexican losses would have been much heavier, and some of the defenders may have been able to retreat and survive. I enjoy your videos. Thank you
If Santa Anna would have waited to bring up siege guns, he would have flattened all without any casualties.
Remember the Alamo!
This was very well done. Thank you.
Thank you for your attention to the details and making history come to life.
RV Granny Thank you Granny for your kind words. Jerry
Jerry Skinner
"Skinner in 2016!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! " :)
terrible documentary
it's great that you compliment the guy but he has no idea what he is talking about -- he plagiarized the state historical signs and filled in the rest from movies
carl goodbody - And what have you done with your life except criticize everything other people do. C'mon lets hear all the BS that you want to say you've done. I'm sure it will be a long list too.
nice piece of history, video well done, thanks for the good narration!
Thanks for another interesting video Jerry Skinner !
I could watch Jerry Skinner videos all day, great narration and great research.
Wish he was my history teacher, I would of paid attention and got A+
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I discovered Jerry's videos early this morning, and now it is eleven p.m. the same day- I think this means that I have watched his videos all day! Thank God for them because i am down with not feeling well today, and these have helped me to get through this day. I am from La. and I just loved the documentary on Huey Long! Mr. Jerry, I know that you could do an excellent one on LBJ ! Also on Abe Lincoln, Ulysses S. Grant and General Robert E. Lee. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and skill. You have been a blessing to me today.
I only come across this recently, I fully agree with you Vince
Vincent Sabatini what research? There’s no record.
Thank you for this great historical tribute.
This was done very well...thank you sir
Thanks Again jerry!
We appreciate your work and time given! :-)
Great Video! Thank you for sharing your knowledge of this important battle....
I own a ranch called the Twin Hills also called the Dos Hermitos by Santa Anna where his army stayed two days ride South of San Antonio. The 2 mesa's in Freer, TX were his look out post for attacking Texans as he was preparing for the attack on the Alamo. Legend says that loads of silver were buried in a mineshaft which is present in one Mesa. This mineshaft was probably dug by precambrian people since a dinosaurs remains were found with 7 spear tips in it nearby. The ranch is on the Alamo trail which is now Highway 16.
I remember I was reading about Davy Crocket and his fight against the Mexicans, back in time, through comic.
I am a native born Texan, I am often surprised that the first battle of this conflict, the Battle of Nacogdoches in East Texas is never mentioned. Good work on this documentary though.
Fantastic video as usual Jerry thank you very much. I enjoy watching them tremendously or I am I history buff of Western culture also. I enjoy reading and watching videos/ movies of the Civil War the Western years all the way back to the clonial days with the Revolutionary War. Me and my wife would love to get down there to see all those places one of these days but I have had over a hundred surgeries in my lifetime so therefore it's hard for me to get around anymore. So thank you once again Jerry...👍
Thank you Scott, i always watch for your messages my friend. Jerry
OMG OMG OMG From the moment that familiar voice started, I knew I'd love this video!!! The narrator is Ray Miller, the show is "The Eyes of Texas" that was on air in Texas from 1969 to 1999.
TOURED San AnTonio when I was in the USAF; I HIGHLY recommend it!
I will begin with two bits of personal information about myself. First I am a Texan, born and raised in San Antonio. Secondly, I am African American. Many of the comments I agree with and others make me angry.
I agree with the underlying cause of the War for Texas Independence being slavery and greed. I applaud the Mexicans government forethought to make the horrible practice of slavery illegal. However with much of the Mexican lands so far from the centralized power of Mexico any laws that the Texicans didnt like they ignored. This set up a dynamic that would lead to animosity on both sides.
I visit The Shrine probably once a month to pay my respects and to reimmerse myself and my family in our cities cultural heritage. The Alamo as it stands today is a far cry from what was there in during The Battle. So when comments are made that include its smaller than I thought. I always explain that many stones and peices of the original structures were carried off to help rebuild after the war. And that the modern building visible across the plaza were all either part of the mission or very close to it. I also try and explain that The Alamo is as big as all of Texas in the hearts of Texans.
Lastly, as to when and where on the property the defenders died: Does it really matter? All were lost. Imagine if you entire town was wiped out? Whould you care if your hero was killed defending his position heroically or sick in bed?
I love The Alamo because after 300 years it still stands to reminde us of our past and as a becon of our future.
Remember The Alamo
Charlesetta Robinson. A 👍 Great Comment. Incisive with a sharp cuttin' understanding coupled with Mind sense reasoning. Enjoyed reading. From "Luke N"
Hurricane When I first moved to SA for a company I worked for, one day I went looking for the Alamo. I got quite a chuckle when I saw store store store post office store store Alamo store st... wait, did I just pass the Alamo?
James Barrett Why do you call them "radicals?" White "radicals" with bad reputations ignored laws and with support from a crooked U.S. president who believed in anglo "manifest destiny", lied to US citizens about Mexico stepping onto US land, thus falsely creating a false reason to start the war and essentially TAKE half of Mexico (don't talk shit about US paying for it). Both ABRAHAM LINCOLN AND ULYSSES GRANT KNEW THE REASON TO INVADE MEXICO WAS A SHAM, as well as many others.
Charlesetta Robinson I'm a native Texan, and the Alamo is not "big in my heart." It is a reminder that Anglos were crooked in their crooked belief in their manifest destiny. Anglos wiped out the natives, wheras in Mexico natives are still everwhere. So, to me the Alamo and idiotic movies and glorified writings about the valiant dead is a reminder of white lawlessness, greed, arrogance, disrespect, lying and thievery.
Matthew Ronson Jr. You must be anglo..
great work!! thanks!!
My visit to the Alamo was awesome and very impressive. I highly recommend seeing if you ever have the chance.
Thanks Jerry Skinner.:)
Another great one Jerry.I really like the back round music on this as well. Great choice.....
Is this Mrs. Norton, my eighth grade English teacher? Something about your delivery reminds me of her
Did she also add an "and" between the century and year when she said a date?
Chang Noi Do I smell rice burning?
Not really , smells more like a racist bigot .
only racist bigots are you antiwhite turds
Very informative Jerry. Excellent work.
I visited the Alamo while at Lackland A.F.B. for basic training in 1971. I would recommend it for all Americans and San Antonio was wonderful.
This is beautiful and accurate history. For which I am thankful.
I've been to the Alamo. It's amazingly small compared to the legend. But, no less impressive. Our soldiers were amazingly brave.
Remember the Alamo!
Remember them as traitors.
Again well done and thank you . I miss them before and now , in fact now more than ever we need men like them more than ever.
LOVE your Work! Jerry Skinner!
I have heard the tour Guides version of the Fall of the Alamo and it is Nothing near what You describe ! Hope some from the Alamo historical society sees this and rectifies the Tourist style oratory !! Thanks again you do a Superb job on all your videos.
Worst documentary and narration of the century -- "providence of Texas" He meant "province" -- "coner" versus "corner" -- "18 and 36" instead of "1836" -- Travis commanded the garrison - Bowie commanded volunteers - Crockett's so-called ambitions all bunk -- Crockett (the name comes from "crocket" meaning a medieval curved ornament on buildings) was at odds with Jackson and Congress in general over the "Indian problem" -- he opposed Jackson' actions against the tribes -- Crockett failed at nearly everything he did - the name "volunteers" came from the War of 1812 when huge numbers of men signed up for that war -- Crockett simply stole it and made it "Tennessee Volunteers" and/or "Tennessee Mounted Volunteers" the list of problems with this "documentary" goes on if it can be called that
home spun TH-cam video and sad -- much of it from the 1960 Alamo movie - the movie was so inaccurate the historical advisor had his name taken out of the credits
NOTE --- avoid using old movies as a resource
filming public signs at the site -- yikes -- an insult to the Alamo and Texas history
buy and read "Three Roads to the Alamo"
carl goodbody - Whine bitch whine
Ok needledick. Calm down. I knew you were a queen to begin with.
you are a very sick person -- does your family know how sick and weird your are ? God help any children and pets in your custody
stranger7138 -- you are one sick puppy --- I pity your family - if you have one - and your friends -- if you have any
Mexico invited settlement. Stephen F. Austin worked with the Mexican government to allow American settlers to come in and develop farmland.
Mexico, having just won its independence from Spain, was a political hotbed. Various political parties imposed different changes between the 1820's and 1830's.
Mexico did not permit the new American immigrants to become citizens easily. The Texans' rights to participate in government were severely curtailed, and "native" Mexicans were given much legal preference when it came to settling new land.
Mexico also required that all residents be Roman Catholic, forbidding the practice of any other denomination or religion. Jim Bowie, as well as many other settlers, were forced to be "converted," even though most of them already called themselves Christians.
A number of liberal reforms took place when Mexico adopted a better constitution in 1824. The young country did not reverse its policies on religious intoleration, but much progress toward equality for all Mexicans, including the white settlers, was made.
When Santa Anna rose to power, he overturned the constitution of 1824 and replaced it with his "Siete Leyes," attempting to revert Mexico to the way it had been before. The settlers opposed this.
When the defenders of the Alamo died, they had been degraded to the status of second-class citizen. They were defending the constitution of 1824 to prevent any further encroachment on their religious freedom, property rights, and civil liberties.
To quote the Texas Declaration of Independence, which fails to mention slavery as a reason for secession, Mexican citizens had been subjected to the "combined despotism of the sword and the priesthood."
Texas was not the only Mexican state to rebel against Santa Anna, but it was the only one to do so successfully. In the end, the Texans earned their rightful independence and formed a second American republic, which lasted until they decided to join the United States.
Cj R thank you sir that is the best explanation of the reason for the Texas Revolution.
Cj R
Excellent and factual history. Thank you.
Thank you so much!! I'll be researching more, but your information answered questions. Thank you for taking the time to write this all down. 👍🏼
Kittens' Cats'Angels'GOD'S you sound like a lunatic, and not very educated. You from the south? 😂😂
Iris Jones Well Written And Excellent Comment Coming From A Beautiful Lady!!!!!!!😊☺️😮😳🌬
A wide range of interesting videos! Thank you Jerry.!
Great job, Jerry. Better info than the History Channel.. and more enjoyable.
Well presented and informative, particularly the time taken to define the Alamo boundaries in the modern setting.
Thank you for posting.
Jerry you get a lot of trolls in your comments! I think your content is great keep it up you have a new subscriber!
I'm at the Alamo right now and glad you've given me cliff notes b4 I go in.
Another terrific video Jerry, thank you so much for sharing. I look forward to all your new posts and I wish you well. Kris
krisgett Kris, Thank you, I am going to Alabama this next week to try and do the plane crash of Rickey Nelson. I went to Texas and got the location of the crash. Thanks Jerry
if its not new and not mexico why is it called new mexico ? Alamo was about the cannons. Orders for prevention of capture were not obeyed many men died because of that mistake. Bowie like Custer did what they wanted instead of following orders got others slaughtered due to mistakes
The Great Republic of Texas!I've seen the Alamo first hand up close.It's very small.
+ebayerr
The Great Repuplic of Texas!!!!! My gaw! Rather, the Great Republic of Occupied Mexico!!!!
+Roger Cortez The land that white man stoled!
WON in battle you mean.
It was signed over by a yellow belly mexican is what you meant to say. Unless you are a liar.
At the time the compound was huge - even with 250 defenders they couldn't man the walls properly. Once the North wall was breached and the SW cannonade was captured the defenders broke and ran to the long barracks it was sheer pandemonium inside the compound. Remember these guys weren't trained soldiers they were average joes with no military training and they ran to where they thought they would be safe. Some of the defenders tried to escape and were run down and slaughtered by the Mexican cavalry.
Nicely done, no shortage of interest in The Alamo! Ive always felt that much of what is wrong in Mexico today stems back to one man, Generalisimo Santa Ana. Imagine if he had shown a sliver of humanity in his treatment of the brave defenders, like Grant at Appomattox or Washington at Yorktown, and simply had them turn in their weapons, while letting them keep their horses and mules and possessions, sign a parole pledging loyalty to Mexico or at the least promising not to ever wage war against Mexico. And then returned to Mexico City to oversee free elections, all the stuff of fantasy now but he had it entirely within his power to do so. Instead he chose a cowardly, self-serving path that set the stage for one dictator after another. Poor Mexico, so far from God, so close to the ghosts of Santa Ana, Huerta and Diaz!
I'm Mexican and i couldn't agree more. If santa ana hadn't dissolved the 1824 constitution and centralized the whole goverment, Mexico would be a world power at this day.
Also why do you think Mexico city is so rich? And the sorrounding cities all over Mexico not so much? Well you guessed it.. it goes all the way back to the santa ana days..
Fascinating! Many thanks :)
great vid Jerry, awesome narration...thanks!!
An interesting account of what happened on that very sad day of yesteryear.
And now its a gift shop. God bless this State.
The heck are you talking about? It's a historic landmark that gives daily tours. The gift shop is on the outside.
The outside gift shop supports maintenance and operation of the Alamo.
@@Kaboomboo talk to me like that irl and not online and see what happens you little punk
Great video. I visited the Alamo and took the tour in the mid '70's. They have been finding bodies around there for years, and are still finding them. ⚰️
I am, so glad, that you've taken the time, to make such a wonderful video, thankyou, SIR
I believe this to be wholly accurate
One can laud the courage of the defenders of the Alamo, be supportive of the Texas rebellion, and have respect for our Mexican neighbors. America was a particularly vigorous country in the 19th Century, settling a continental-sized land, even while fighting a vicious Civil War for four years. Spain and Mexico did little with the lands north of modern day Mexico so America relieved them of the property. That has been the way of the world since organized tribes formed 10,000+ years ago and all the great empires from Persia to Rome to the Mongols of Genghis Khan have done what the Americans did in the 19th Century.
Derek, did you describe the US being similar to Genghis Khan?
Derek Leaberry amen, only post WWII white Europeans ever apologized for conquests!
Peter Morgan Genghis Khan was no barbarian, read some history that isn't revisionist Marxist horseshit, moron.
Did a fine job telling the story Jerry you always do. This one especially makes me proud because I'm a full blood Texan and redbuded American...
Thank you Jerry. Like your name. Jerry
@@JerrySkinner1943 my dog's name is Don Quixote and since he's a big part of my channel I give his name to my channel and my name Jerry together. Thank you for the compliment!
Great video. Thank you sir.