Alamo Plaza in San Antonio in Bexar County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Cannon From the Battle of the Alamo
Photographed By James Hulse, March 23, 2023
1. Cannon From the Battle of the Alamo Marker
Inscription.
Cannon From the Battle of the Alamo. . Typical of the type of cannon purchased by merchants during the 18th century to guard ports and ships, this 4 pounder was cast in Great Britain sometime after 1725. It was used by the Texans during the 1836 Battle of the Alamo. Once Texas won its independence, the Mexican Army disabled this cannon by breaking off its cascabel and trunnions before leaving San Antonio. It and others were later found buried at the northwest corner of the Alamo, near the present intersection of Houston and Alamo streets., Caliber: iron 4 pounder , Weight: 632 lbs. , Length: 48" , Diameter of Bore: 3.34" , Donor: Mrs. Albert Maverick
Typical of the type of cannon purchased by merchants during the 18th century to guard ports and ships, this 4 pounder was cast in Great Britain sometime after 1725. It was used by the Texans during the 1836 Battle of the Alamo. Once Texas won its independence, the Mexican Army disabled this cannon by breaking off its cascabel and trunnions before leaving San Antonio. It and others were later found buried at the northwest corner of the Alamo, near the present intersection of Houston and Alamo streets.
Caliber: iron 4 pounder
Weight: 632 lbs.
Length: 48"
Diameter of Bore: 3.34"
Donor: Mrs. Albert Maverick
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, Texas Independence. A significant historical year for this entry is 1725.
Location. 29° 25.529′ N, 98° 29.176′ W. Marker is in San Antonio, Texas, in Bexar County. It is in Alamo Plaza. Marker is at the intersection of Alamo Plaza and East Crockett Street on Alamo Plaza. The marker is located along the south walkway to the Alamo. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 300 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio TX 78205, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. A different marker also named Cannon From the Battle of the Alamo (here, next to this marker); Late 18th Century Cannon (a few steps from this marker); a different marker also
2. The view of the four sets of markers and cannons
Photographed By James Hulse, March 23, 2023
3. The Alamo Cannon and Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on July 5, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 5, 2023, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 77 times since then and 19 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on July 5, 2023, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
