The San Fernando Cathedral was part of the scene and history of Alamo story. The Mexican army arrived in San Antonio De Bexar on February 23, 1836. They were under order by Antonio López de Santa Anna. To dispose of the Texas rebels, who were in control of the town.
Santa Anna had a red flag raised to the top of the San Fernando Cathedral. The red flag in the field of battle represented "No Quarter". Which meant there would be no surrender, and no prisoners taken.
William B. Travis leader of the Texas forces. Answered the red flag, by the firing of the cannon. Directly at the Mexican army. The siege of the Alamo had begun.
Today the ashes of the "Hero's of Texas" are all interred in a special casket. That is in public view inside the Cathedral.
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