In the winter of 1836, a Mexican army led by General Santa Anna lay siege to a mission known as the Alamo, held by a small band of rebels that included Davy Crockett, James Bowie, and William Travis. On the morning of March 6, all inside the fort were dead—and one of America's most enduring legends was born. Looking at the battle from both sides, Randy Roberts and James Olson delve into the historical accuracy of Bowie's famous line in the sand, Crockett's fight to the death, and the portrayal of the Mexicans as ruthless killers.