Remember the Alamo

What Col. William Barrett Travis might have said to the defenders of the Alamo on March 5, 1836, the twelfth day of the siege.
Remember the Alamo My fellow Texians hear what I say your courage inspires and leaves me in awe; as I humbly stand before you today your gallantry from which my strength I draw. Sant’ Anna’s troops surround this mission’s walls, and from this bout we face, there’s no escape; we’ll fight to death until the last man falls, and with the blood we shed, the fates we’ll shape. For friends and fam’lies our lives will avow the future hopes and freedoms they’ll attain, and when the final man has made his bow, please know that we will not have died in vain. Our deeds here will forever write their scripts when “Remember the Alamo” leaves their lips. September 18, 2020
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Date: 5/18/2024 3:48:00 AM
Nice rhyme and rhythm John. i like the topical stuff....i was there in 1967, it was air conditioned. i guess that says something.
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John Gondolf
Date: 5/18/2024 9:21:00 AM
Thanks for stopping by and sharing your thoughts, Paul, I appreciate it.
Date: 9/26/2020 10:59:00 AM
Great write, John. I don't know much about the Alamo, but after reading this, you've peaked my curiosity. I think i will read up on it. :) Angie
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John Gondolf
Date: 9/27/2020 6:26:00 AM
Thank you, Angie I appreciate your visit and comments. As a Texan, the Alamo will always be a great source of pride and inspiration for me. John
Date: 9/26/2020 5:29:00 AM
The knew the cost and held their ground. Col Travis couldn't have said it better. Thanks for entering the contest
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John Gondolf
Date: 9/26/2020 5:50:00 AM
Thanks, John, I appreciate it, and thanks for hosting the contest.
Date: 9/25/2020 7:22:00 PM
Remember the Alamo sings with life and death. Congratulations, John!
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John Gondolf
Date: 9/25/2020 7:34:00 PM
Thank you so much, Kim.
Date: 9/25/2020 12:25:00 PM
This is one of the most significant battles in America's past, John, and you told the story well in sonnet form. Nice finish in the last two couplets, too. Congratulations on your win. Hugs, Carolyn
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John Gondolf
Date: 9/25/2020 6:00:00 PM
It was certainly a defining battle in Texas history. Thank you for your thoughts and comments, Carolyn, I appreciate it. Hugs, John
Date: 9/25/2020 8:38:00 AM
Being a native, this hits home for me John. Nicely written and congratulations on the placement! Linda
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John Gondolf
Date: 10/9/2020 2:42:00 AM
I live in Carrollton; I’ve been in the Dallas area most of my life. It must be nice to get out of the hustle and bustle of the big city; I envy you.
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Linda Alice Fowler
Date: 10/7/2020 8:48:00 AM
Hey John. I was born in West Texas, grew up in the Metroplex, and now live semi-off grid in the Piney Woods :) And you?
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John Gondolf
Date: 9/25/2020 5:49:00 PM
Thank you, Linda, from one Texan to another, I appreciate your thoughts and comments. Where are you from?
Date: 9/23/2020 7:48:00 PM
My grandmother's (mother's mother) battle cry 'til the day she died. The Alamo certainly ran deep in Texans' blood. Thanks, John! Misty Memories, Gershon
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John Gondolf
Date: 9/24/2020 2:39:00 AM
Thanks, Gershon, glad I could bring back memories of your grandmother. The Alamo will always run deep in the blood of Texans and we still utter this battle cry 185 years after the battle. John
Date: 9/20/2020 2:54:00 PM
they surely did NOT die in vain. What a great example of how to take this challenge. Awesome!
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John Gondolf
Date: 9/20/2020 3:31:00 PM
Thanks for the “awesome” comment, Andrea, I appreciate it. John
Date: 9/18/2020 1:41:00 PM
Fine write John, it's great to read historical poetry especially the Alamo. I remember the movie starred John Wayne, think I saw it at least twice, you'll know better than me was it close story wise to the actual event? Take care, Blessings, Gordon
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John Gondolf
Date: 9/18/2020 2:43:00 PM
Thanks, Gordon, I appreciate your thoughts. Since the only survivors of the battle were civilians who had been hiding in the sacristy of the chapel, the lines between truth and myth are blurred. Most historians will say that John Wayne's 1960 movie leans more towards myth, but we Texans thrive on those myths. John
Date: 9/18/2020 11:42:00 AM
"Your courage inspires and leaves me in awe" Me too, my dear friend. Those fighting for freedom. We learn so much from history, or so we should. These words touch my heart. Hugs, Brandy
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John Gondolf
Date: 9/18/2020 2:38:00 PM
Thank you for sharing your thoughts, Brandy. Today so many people take our freedom for granted; it is hard to imagine anyone willing to fight to the death to win or preserve that freedom. One can't help but be in awe of the defenders of the Alamo. To Texans the Alamo is truly a shrine. Hugs, John
Date: 9/18/2020 9:09:00 AM
I love historical poetry John and love this one. It was the turning point for Texas, what a heroic stand those brave volunteers made against the huge Mexican army, I think I read somewhere only a few survived. Tom
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John Gondolf
Date: 9/18/2020 9:26:00 AM
Thank, Tom, glad you liked it. The only survivors were civilians who had been hiding in a basement, two women and a servant. The Alamo is a special place to those of us who call ourselves Texans. Hope all is well with you, John
Date: 9/18/2020 5:42:00 AM
Such a awesome write... I was always a history lover. Your poem is delicious. God bless you
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John Gondolf
Date: 9/18/2020 6:46:00 AM
Thank you so much, Gina, I'm glad you liked it. John
Date: 9/18/2020 4:40:00 AM
Local warriors called to arms...smart play, John. I was left in awe standing inside those walls. Good luck with a placement.
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John Gondolf
Date: 9/18/2020 4:49:00 AM
Thank you, Jenna, I appreciate your thoughts and comments. I have been to the Alamo six times in my life and I get goose bumps every time. Hugs, John
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