[Agnes Heep]

No one will ever know for sure what went on during those days, if they were human they were probably afraid, I would have been, but they didn't run, even when they had their chance.

It's difficult for modern sensibilities to comprehend, but I think honor had a lot to do with it. As Travis put it, "... I am determined to sustain myself as long as possible & die like a soldier who never forgets what is due to his own honor & that of his country ....

Something to which we should all aspire!

[Proud_texan]

I see the honor, but I would guess that the human survival instinct was still strong back then.

I love to go to the Alamo, not only because it moves me, but because I love to see the DTR's ask, nicely, hat wearers to remove same. At first you can see the surprise/shock in their face and then when the lady explains why, they get it, probably more so than anything else would. It's impressive.