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182 years ago today, San Antonio's identity was born in the 13-day siege of the Alamo

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Living history at the Alamo

Living history at the Alamo

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Members of the San Antonio Living History Association fire a cannon during "Glory At The Alamo," marking the beginning of the Alamo seige, Feb. 23, 2008, at Alamo Plaza.

Members of the San Antonio Living History Association fire a cannon during "Glory At The Alamo," marking the beginning of the Alamo seige, Feb. 23, 2008, at Alamo Plaza.

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Kyle Duncan, a member of the San Antonio Living History Association, participates in the Dawn at the Alamo ceremony March 6, 2009.

Kyle Duncan, a member of the San Antonio Living History Association, participates in the Dawn at the Alamo ceremony March 6, 2009.

Photo: Lisa Krantz, Express-News

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Actors portraying the defenders of the Alamo fire a shot from a smooth bore, black-powdered cannon during a re-enactment in front of the Alamo on Feb. 24, 2001. The re-enactment was done by the San Antonio Living History Association commemorating the 13-day siege of the Alamo. less
Actors portraying the defenders of the Alamo fire a shot from a smooth bore, black-powdered cannon during a re-enactment in front of the Alamo on Feb. 24, 2001. The re-enactment was done by the San Antonio ... more
Photo: Kin Man Hui, Express-News

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Members of the San Antonio Living History Association shoot a cannon during a reenactment of the fall of the Alamo on March 7, 2010. The men represented the New Orleans Greys, a company of U.S. volunteers who served in the Texas Revolution, according to the Handbook of Texas. less
Members of the San Antonio Living History Association shoot a cannon during a reenactment of the fall of the Alamo on March 7, 2010. The men represented the New Orleans Greys, a company of U.S. volunteers who ... more
Photo: Jerry Lara, Express-News

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A cannon is fired during a re-enactment of the battle at the Alamo on Saturday, March 5, 2011.

A cannon is fired during a re-enactment of the battle at the Alamo on Saturday, March 5, 2011.

Photo: Kin Man Hui, Express-News

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People covered their ears before the firing of a cannon in Alamo Plaza during a re-enactment of the battle at the Alamo on Saturday, March 5, 2011.

People covered their ears before the firing of a cannon in Alamo Plaza during a re-enactment of the battle at the Alamo on Saturday, March 5, 2011.

Photo: Kin Man Hui, Express-News

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Smoke engulfs Alamo Plaza after a cannon is fired during a re-enactment of the battle at the Alamo in Alamo Plaza on Saturday, Mar. 5, 2011.

Smoke engulfs Alamo Plaza after a cannon is fired during a re-enactment of the battle at the Alamo in Alamo Plaza on Saturday, Mar. 5, 2011.

Photo: Kin Man Hui, Express-News

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Members of the San Antonio Living History Association fire rifles in front of the Alamo Sunday March 6, 2011 during the "Dawn at the Alamo" ceremony that honors the fallen of the 1836 Battle of the Alamo.

Members of the San Antonio Living History Association fire rifles in front of the Alamo Sunday March 6, 2011 during the "Dawn at the Alamo" ceremony that honors the fallen of the 1836 Battle of the Alamo.

Photo: John Davenport, Express-News

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San Antonio Living History Association presents the "Glory at the Alamo'' weekend on Alamo Plaza on March 1, 2003.

San Antonio Living History Association presents the "Glory at the Alamo'' weekend on Alamo Plaza on March 1, 2003.

Photo: Robert McLeroy, Express-News

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San Antonio Living History Association re-enactors stand at attention during the annual "Dawn at the Alamo" ceremony commemorating the 167th anniversary of the fall of the Texas shrine.

San Antonio Living History Association re-enactors stand at attention during the annual "Dawn at the Alamo" ceremony commemorating the 167th anniversary of the fall of the Texas shrine.

Photo: John Davenport, Express-News

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Texian soldiers fire a cannon at the Mexican army during the San Antonio Living Histroy Association's presentation of "Glory at the Alamo," part four of the "Revolution in Bexar" interpretive series Feb. 28, 2004, at Alamo Plaza. less
Texian soldiers fire a cannon at the Mexican army during the San Antonio Living Histroy Association's presentation of "Glory at the Alamo," part four of the "Revolution in Bexar" interpretive series Feb. 28, ... more
Photo: Express-News, File

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Members of the San Antonio Living History Association demonstrate the firing of a "four-pound" cannon in front of the Alamo as part of "Remembering The Alamo" weekend on March 5, 2005.

Members of the San Antonio Living History Association demonstrate the firing of a "four-pound" cannon in front of the Alamo as part of "Remembering The Alamo" weekend on March 5, 2005.

Photo: Kin Man Hui, Express-News

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Actors of the San Antonio Living History Association fire off a cannon that marked the beginning of the Alamo siege of 1836.

Actors of the San Antonio Living History Association fire off a cannon that marked the beginning of the Alamo siege of 1836.

Photo: Kin Man Hui, Express-News

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Erik McBroom (seated) portraying Alamo Commander William Travis shows Cherann Sylvester of Austin and her daughter, Carson, how people communicated in the 1800's during Alamo Heritage Interpretation at the Alamo on Saturday, Mar. 2, 2013. McBroom was joined by several other living historians at Alamo Plaza to educate and enlighten visitors to the Shrine about life 177 years ago. less
Erik McBroom (seated) portraying Alamo Commander William Travis shows Cherann Sylvester of Austin and her daughter, Carson, how people communicated in the 1800's during Alamo Heritage Interpretation at the ... more
Photo: Kin Man Hui, Express-News

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Erik McBroom (seated) portraying Alamo Commander William Travis shows Cherann Sylvester of Austin and her daughter, Carson, how people communicated in the 1800's during Alamo Heritage Interpretation at the Alamo on March 2, 2013. less
Erik McBroom (seated) portraying Alamo Commander William Travis shows Cherann Sylvester of Austin and her daughter, Carson, how people communicated in the 1800's during Alamo Heritage Interpretation at the ... more
Photo: Kin Man Hui, Express-News

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Dr. Bruce Winders, historian and curator at the Alamo, dresses in period clothing while joining other living historians in Alamo Plaza on March 2, 2013.

Dr. Bruce Winders, historian and curator at the Alamo, dresses in period clothing while joining other living historians in Alamo Plaza on March 2, 2013.

Photo: Kin Man Hui, Express-News

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A table is filled with items that represent life for Texians in the 1800s during Alamo Heritage Interpretation at the Alamo on March 2, 2013.

A table is filled with items that represent life for Texians in the 1800s during Alamo Heritage Interpretation at the Alamo on March 2, 2013.

Photo: Kin Man Hui, Express-News

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Erik McBroom portrays Alamo commander William Travis on March 2, 2013. McBroom, a living historian, showed visitors a glimpse of life 177 years ago during Alamo Heritage Interpretation at the Alamo.

Erik McBroom portrays Alamo commander William Travis on March 2, 2013. McBroom, a living historian, showed visitors a glimpse of life 177 years ago during Alamo Heritage Interpretation at the Alamo.

Photo: Kin Man Hui, Express-News

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Amanda Maloney of the San Antonio Living History Association walks with her son Cullen on Aug. 17, 2012.

Amanda Maloney of the San Antonio Living History Association walks with her son Cullen on Aug. 17, 2012.

Photo: Tom Reel, Express-News

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Randy Billingsley stands ready to help inform as a member of the Sons of the Republic of Texas on Aug. 17, 2012.

Randy Billingsley stands ready to help inform as a member of the Sons of the Republic of Texas on Aug. 17, 2012.

Photo: Tom Reel, Express-News

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The San Antonio Living History Association fires a rifle blast in front of the Alamo as the Save Texas History symposium is hosted by theTexas General Land Office on Sept. 7, 2013.

The San Antonio Living History Association fires a rifle blast in front of the Alamo as the Save Texas History symposium is hosted by theTexas General Land Office on Sept. 7, 2013.

Photo: Tom Reel, Express-News

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Rob Wilkerson of the San Antonio Living History Association test fires a flint he made for a rifle as the Save Texas History symposium hosted by theTexas General Land Office on Sept. 7, 2013.

Rob Wilkerson of the San Antonio Living History Association test fires a flint he made for a rifle as the Save Texas History symposium hosted by theTexas General Land Office on Sept. 7, 2013.

Photo: Tom Reel, Express-News

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Amanda Maloney of the San Antonio Living History Association makes corn tortillas in Alamo Plaza as the Save Texas History symposium is hosted by theTexas General Land Office on Sept. 7, 2013.

Amanda Maloney of the San Antonio Living History Association makes corn tortillas in Alamo Plaza as the Save Texas History symposium is hosted by theTexas General Land Office on Sept. 7, 2013.

Photo: Tom Reel, Express-News

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A new energy efficient LED lighting system has recently been intalled in the sidewalk in front of the Shrine at the Alamo

A new energy efficient LED lighting system has recently been intalled in the sidewalk in front of the Shrine at the Alamo

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Members of the San Antonio Living History Association fire muskets March 6, 2013 as they take part in a pre-dawn memorial ceremony to remember the 1836 Battle of the Alamo and those who fell on both sides.

Members of the San Antonio Living History Association fire muskets March 6, 2013 as they take part in a pre-dawn memorial ceremony to remember the 1836 Battle of the Alamo and those who fell on both sides.

Photo: Eric Gay, Associated Press

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Adam Dominguez, a member of the San Antonio Living History Association, sets up camp in Alamo Plaza on Dec. 6, 2013.

Adam Dominguez, a member of the San Antonio Living History Association, sets up camp in Alamo Plaza on Dec. 6, 2013.

Photo: Edward A. Ornelas, Express-News

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Grant Maloney, a member of the San Antonio Living History Association, sets up camp in Alamo Plaza on Dec. 6, 2013.

Grant Maloney, a member of the San Antonio Living History Association, sets up camp in Alamo Plaza on Dec. 6, 2013.

Photo: Edward A. Ornelas, Express-News

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Members of the San Antonio Living History Association — Nathan Weiss (from left), Grant Maloney and Adam Dominguez — set up camp in Alamo Plaza on Dec. 6, 2013.

Members of the San Antonio Living History Association — Nathan Weiss (from left), Grant Maloney and Adam Dominguez — set up camp in Alamo Plaza on Dec. 6, 2013.

Photo: Edward A. Ornelas, Express-News

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Richard Steen, portraying John the Freeman, a shopkeeper who was killed in the Battle of the Alamo, shares his U.S. Model 1803 Harper's Ferry rifle with Lawrence Wester of Houston on Aug. 18, 2012.

Richard Steen, portraying John the Freeman, a shopkeeper who was killed in the Battle of the Alamo, shares his U.S. Model 1803 Harper's Ferry rifle with Lawrence Wester of Houston on Aug. 18, 2012.

Photo: Lisa Krantz, Express-News

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Hilario De La Peña portrays Col. Juan Almonte, member of the Mexican Army and veteran of the Battle of the Alamo, Aug. 18, 2012.

Hilario De La Peña portrays Col. Juan Almonte, member of the Mexican Army and veteran of the Battle of the Alamo, Aug. 18, 2012.

Photo: Lisa Krantz, Express-News

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Salyna Guanajuato portrays Ana Esparza, the wife of Gregorio Esparza, the only Alamo defender who had a Christian burial, Aug. 18, 2012.

Salyna Guanajuato portrays Ana Esparza, the wife of Gregorio Esparza, the only Alamo defender who had a Christian burial, Aug. 18, 2012.

Photo: Lisa Krantz, Express-News

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Elise Brown, 9, of Wimberley, tucks a flower behind her ear as she portrays an Anglo settler with members of the San Antonio Living History Society on Aug. 18, 2012.

Elise Brown, 9, of Wimberley, tucks a flower behind her ear as she portrays an Anglo settler with members of the San Antonio Living History Society on Aug. 18, 2012.

Photo: Lisa Krantz, Express-News

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A member of the San Antonio Living History Association fires a musket as others stand at attention March 6, 2013, in front of the Alamo during the "Dawn at the Alamo" ceremony on the 177th anniversary of the battle for Texas independence. less
A member of the San Antonio Living History Association fires a musket as others stand at attention March 6, 2013, in front of the Alamo during the "Dawn at the Alamo" ceremony on the 177th anniversary of the ... more
Photo: John Davenport, Express-News

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Members of the San Antonio Living History Association fire muskets March 6, 2013, in front of the Alamo during the "Dawn at the Alamo" ceremony on the 177th anniversary of the battle for Texas independence.

Members of the San Antonio Living History Association fire muskets March 6, 2013, in front of the Alamo during the "Dawn at the Alamo" ceremony on the 177th anniversary of the battle for Texas independence.

Photo: John Davenport, Express-News

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Members of the San Antonio Living History Association fire muskets March 6, 2013, in front of the Alamo during the "Dawn at the Alamo" ceremony on the 177th anniversary of the battle for Texas independence.

Members of the San Antonio Living History Association fire muskets March 6, 2013, in front of the Alamo during the "Dawn at the Alamo" ceremony on the 177th anniversary of the battle for Texas independence.

Photo: John Davenport, Express-News

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A member of the San Antonio Living History Association marches in front of the Alamo during the "Dawn at the Alamo" ceremony on the 177th anniversary of the battle for Texas independence.

A member of the San Antonio Living History Association marches in front of the Alamo during the "Dawn at the Alamo" ceremony on the 177th anniversary of the battle for Texas independence.

Photo: John Davenport, Express-News

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Members of the San Antonio Living History Association march in front of the Alamo during the "Dawn at the Alamo" ceremony March 6, 2013, on the 177th anniversary of the battle for Texas independence.

Members of the San Antonio Living History Association march in front of the Alamo during the "Dawn at the Alamo" ceremony March 6, 2013, on the 177th anniversary of the battle for Texas independence.

Photo: John Davenport, Express-News

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Members of the San Antonio Living History Association representing the Mexican Army stand at attention March 6, 2013 in front of the Alamo during the "Dawn at the Alamo" ceremony on the 177th anniversary of the battle for Texas independence. less
Members of the San Antonio Living History Association representing the Mexican Army stand at attention March 6, 2013 in front of the Alamo during the "Dawn at the Alamo" ceremony on the 177th anniversary of the ... more
Photo: John Davenport, Express-News

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Living history re-enactors stand in front of the Alamo during a wreath-laying ceremony by the Special Forces Association on June 29, 2013.

Living history re-enactors stand in front of the Alamo during a wreath-laying ceremony by the Special Forces Association on June 29, 2013.

Photo: Marvin Pfeiffer, Express-News

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A musket volley is fired by living history re-enactors during a wreath-laying ceremony at the Alamo by the Special Forces Association on June 29, 2013.

A musket volley is fired by living history re-enactors during a wreath-laying ceremony at the Alamo by the Special Forces Association on June 29, 2013.

Photo: Marvin Pfeiffer, Express-News

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Members of the El Primer Batallon de Mexico, a living history group, march into Alamo Plaza March 10, 2013, during a ceremony held honoring the fallen Mexican soldiers who fought during the Battle of the Alamo.

Members of the El Primer Batallon de Mexico, a living history group, march into Alamo Plaza March 10, 2013, during a ceremony held honoring the fallen Mexican soldiers who fought during the Battle of the Alamo.

Photo: Steve Faulisi, Special To The Express-News

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John Potter, a member of the San Antonio Living History Association, patrols the Alamo during a pre-dawn memorial ceremony to remember the 1836 Battle of the Alamo and those who fell on both sides on March 6, 2013. less
John Potter, a member of the San Antonio Living History Association, patrols the Alamo during a pre-dawn memorial ceremony to remember the 1836 Battle of the Alamo and those who fell on both sides on March 6, ... more
Photo: Eric Gay, Associated Press

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Members of the San Antonio Living History Association fire muskets as they take part in a pre-dawn memorial ceremony to remember the 1836 Battle of the Alamo and those who fell on both sides on March 6, 2013.

Members of the San Antonio Living History Association fire muskets as they take part in a pre-dawn memorial ceremony to remember the 1836 Battle of the Alamo and those who fell on both sides on March 6, 2013.

Photo: Eric Gay, Associated Press

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