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Alamo Cannonball Cache Found!
28 Jun
Summary
- Two cannonballs from the 1836 siege were discovered near the Alamo Church.
- One cannonball is iron, potentially used by Texans, the other bronze by Mexicans.
- These finds offer a rare, physical link to the historic Battle of the Alamo.
Archaeologists have discovered a second cannonball near the Alamo Church, providing a rare physical connection to the 1836 siege. This recent find, located in undisturbed soil, lies close to where a bronze projectile was uncovered earlier. Experts believe the iron cannonball may have been used by the Texan defenders, while the bronze one potentially belonged to the Mexican Army led by Antonio López de Santa Anna.
These discoveries are significant as they offer a clearer picture of the Battle of the Alamo, a pivotal event in Texas history. The undisturbed nature of the cannonballs suggests they have remained in place since the spring of 1836. The battle, though a loss for the Texans, ultimately contributed to the Texas Revolution, leading to the establishment of the Republic of Texas.
