Publisher's Synopsis
A Cloud of Witnesses: The Drama of the Alamo is a historical book by Ramsey Yelvington that chronicles the events of the Battle of the Alamo, which took place in 1836. The book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the battle, the battle itself, and its aftermath. The author uses primary sources to give readers a firsthand look at the conflict, including letters and diary entries from those who were present at the battle. The book also explores the political and social climate of the time, including tensions between Mexico and Texas, and the role of slavery in the conflict. The title, A Cloud of Witnesses, is a reference to the many people who witnessed the battle and its aftermath, and the book seeks to give voice to their experiences. Overall, A Cloud of Witnesses is a comprehensive and engaging account of one of the most significant events in American history.Published As A Supplement To The Texas Quarterly, V2, No. 3.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
