Alamo Plaza in San Antonio in Bexar County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Lt. Col. William Barret Travis
Legend states that in 1836 Lt. Col. William Barret Travis unsheathed his sword and drew a line on this ground before his battle-weary men stating: “Those prepared to give their lives in Freedom’s cause, come over to me!”
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, Texas Independence. A significant historical year for this entry is 1836.
Location. 29° 25.547′ N, 98° 29.178′ W. Marker is in San Antonio, Texas, in Bexar County. It is in Alamo Plaza. Marker can be reached from Alamo Plaza north of East Crockett Street, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: 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. Cannon From the Battle of the Alamo (a few steps from this marker); Live Oak Tree (a few steps from this marker); Ruins of the Habitations of the Friars and Indians (a few steps from this marker); Clara Driscoll, Saviour of the Alamo (a few steps from this marker); Strong Foundations (a few steps from this marker); Digging Back in Time (a few steps from this marker); Letter From The Alamo (a few steps from this marker); Founding of the Mission and Origin of Name (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in San Antonio.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 2, 2023. It was originally submitted on September 28, 2018. This page has been viewed 315 times since then and 31 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on September 28, 2018. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.