On This Day in Alamo History - March 6, 1836 On the thirteenth day, Santa Anna gives the order to attack just before dawn. After a bloody 90-minute battle, the Alamo falls. A big thank you to everyone for who watched, shared and reacted to our videos over the last 13 days. We are glad you enjoyed them! Thank you also to Alamo staff and volunteers (especially Misty Hurley and Ryan Badger), David Little at the Texas General Land Office, Gary Zaboly, and Todd White at Todd White Photography for mak