[metesky]

Everybody that fought at the Alamo were not Anglo-Wasps. I mean, weren't there Mexicans and Indians there too. Why not teach that it was a multi-cultural revolt against an oppressive tyrant?

[El Gato]

Why not teach that it was a multi-cultural revolt against an oppressive tyrant?

Well, hell that's what it was. What political purpose would be served by teaching the truth? Can't have that.

[Texan4W]

>>>>Everybody that fought at the Alamo were not Anglo-Wasps. I mean, weren't there Mexicans and Indians there too. Why not teach that it was a multi-cultural revolt against an oppressive tyrant?

Exactly right! Many Texicans had no objection to living under Mexican rule, it was the behavior of the dictator Santa Anna that prompted their revolt.