Forget About The Alamo (Part Three): LoFi Texas History to Relax/Study/Chill to

We begin our examination of the Bloody Battles that led up to the eponymous conflict, starting with the Battle of Medina (1813). This clash between the Gutierrez-Magee filibustering expedition and the Spanish loyalist army would prove to be the bloodiest battle fought on Texas soil (so far) with over 1300 dead.

Also in this episode, both the American "War of 1812" and the Mexican War of Independence are contextualized within the broader events of the Napoleonic Wars, laying the groundwork for future conflict in southwestern North America. We likewise review the time-honored practice of fillibustering, and indulge ourselves in some conspiracy-theory history. Then, we touch-base with young Santa Anna, and see how school is going for our favorite up-and-comer.

Thanks for listening to this "capital-H" History-packed episode, with a dressing of chilled vibes.