The Alamo is a historic site in Texas, renowned for the pivotal battle that occurred in 1836 during the Texas Revolution. It is most famously remembered for the siege involving Texian defenders, including notable figures like James Bowie, William B. Travis, and Davy Crockett, who fought against Mexican forces led by General Santa Anna. The battle, although a defeat for the Texians, became a rallying cry for Texian independence, encapsulated in the phrase "Remember the Alamo!" This event underscored the struggle for independence from Mexico and solidified the site as a symbol of heroism and sacrifice in Texas history.