The American Revolution’s humble beginnings 250 years ago are reflected in a cut down, beat up, old musket — one that even experts recognize isn’t much to look at. “If that gun was on a table, ...

The planning committee had voted to depict Joe with a musket, standing guard over his owner, Alamo commander William B. Travis. Some members objected, saying it would be misleading to show Joe ...

The Alamo is the state's premiere tourist attraction ... Even so, archaeologists have uncovered hundreds of musket, rifle, and cannon balls that date to the time of the battle.

The Alamodome celebrated its 30th anniversary in May 2023. It is named after the historic landmark of the Alamo, which is located in San Antonio. The Alamo holds significance in Texas and U.S ...

overseen by the Alamo Trust, was whether Joe’s statue should show the enslaved man with a musket. Displaying Joe armed would falsely give the impression that he and other enslaved Black people ...