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The Alamo: Victory or Death! Death it is.

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The Alamo: Victory or Death! Death it is.

Item Details

Description

Heading: (Texas - Alamo)
Author:
Title: Two newspapers on the fall of the Alamo from the Albany Argus
Place Published: Albany, New York
Publisher:Albany Argus
Date Published: 1836
Description:

2 issues. 63x45.5 cm (24¾x17¾).

One regular edition and an "Extra" edition of the Albany Argus, containing the famous William Travis "Victory or Death" letter and breaking news on the fall of the Alamo during the Texas War of Independence.

Condition

Slightly worn at fold; toning and foxing; very good.

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The Alamo: Victory or Death! Death it is.

Name: The Alamo: Victory or Death! Death it is.
SKU: 147901582
Price: 225 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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