“Remember The Alamo” Framed Wall Display Print by Mike Roberts & J. Frank Dobie
Vintage Wooden Oak Frame - 27" x 19.5"
This frame features two commemorative panels honoring the memory of the Alamo. Displayed in the top panel is a color rotogravure print from 1942 based on a photograph by Mike Roberts, distributed by Standard of California. Roberts was a famous photographer known as “America’s Postcard King,” renowned for his vibrant Kodachrome photography and high-quality color reproductions. This specific image was originally produced as a "Spectratone" color reproduction from a Kodachrome print. The photograph captures the front of the Alamo Mission chapel through its iron gates, emphasizing the structure's iconic Spanish colonial architecture. Roberts was known for the saturated hues seen in this print, which give it a nostalgic, storybook quality
The second panel shows a historical commemorative document titled "Remember The Alamo," which recounts the events leading up to the fall of the Alamo on March 6, 1836, during the Texas Revolution. Written by renowned Texas author and folklorist J. Frank Dobie, the text recounts and details the defiance of Texan defenders during the final siege of the Alamo, emphasizing the heroic defense led by figures like William B. Travis, James Bowie, and David Crockett against Santa Ana's army. The document highlights Travis's famous “Victory or Death!” letter, written on February 24, 1836, a plea for reinforcements and the subsequent decision by defenders to stay and fight despite insurmountable odds. It also depicts the aftermath, noting the heavy casualties on both sides and how the defeat inspired the battle cry "Remember the Alamo," fueling the later victory at San Jacinto. It frames the Alamo as a foundational symbol of Texan liberty and courage, drawing parallels to other notable stands in American military history.
This commemorative piece serves as a tangible piece of history that can be preserved and studied to better understand this pivotal period in American history. It is a perfect edition to the collection of enthusiasts of both Texas and American history.
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