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The Real William Barret Travis
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Stories Bigger Than Texas: The Alamo Podcast
Episode 45: The Real William Barret Travis
He's best known for three words: "Victory or Death." But who was the real William Barret Travis?
We reveal the man behind the famous letter, addressed "To the People of Texas and All Americans in the World," the varied ways this Alamo Defender is remembered by history, and how his written word helps tell the story of Texas throughout the ages. Featuring the Alamo's former curator Dr. Bruce Winders.
Video of recently donated Travis Statue: https://youtu.be/iCZK74418SY?si=LMmo6ImLrffY4z38
Video showcasing The Travis Letter: https://youtu.be/JRyJkcboY9w?si=zG4STonVOhcJdmS0
"Victory or Death" collection in the Alamo Gift Shop: https://store.thealamo.org/featured-gifts/victory-or-death
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