Hetalia: The Fifty Stars

Chapter 28: Before the Alamo

Texas. The 28th state is known to be a strong loud-mouth whose heart often leads her into trouble. Since her beginnings with Spain under the name Tejas, she has been a rebel for freedom, getting into many adventures and battles as a result of such patriotic tendencies. Among the first wars she fought was her revolution against her older brother, Mexico, who she continues to hold a grudge to this very day. 

The Texas Revolution was a part of a revolutionary trend against authoritative powers. For her war, she wanted to become her own country with her own laws and freedoms against Mexico's central government. Fighting alongside legendary heroes such as Jim Bowie, Davy Crockett, and William B. Travis, she'll always remember the brave soldiers who fought for her independence with their guns, their wit, and their heart.

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Today was the early morning of March 6, 1836. For once, the unusually-cold air was still, giving us some time to rest and prepare for another fight to come. It was the thirteenth night on the defense for my men. I had only arrived two days ago, yet the struggle felt like a month-long war. I regret not coming sooner, however, I was held up at the convention.

The convention for my Declaration of Independence happened on the second of March, earning immediate approval from the men who were at there. I was told to stay at the convention, needed to hear the agreements on the constitution. Sadly, I couldn't wait.

Father had sent a letter to me regarding his absence at the convention. Within the letter, he informed me of a battle at the Alamo where some of my friends were held in a standstill against the Mexicans. Father didn't like my lone travels, saying it was dangerous for me to be out on my own, especially with the war going on. Even though he trusted my ability to handle myself, he advised I stay away from the war zones. So far, I did just that.

But then the newspaper came. Within the printed text was a letter from William B. Travis.

To the People of Texas & All Americans in the World:

Fellow citizens & compatriots - I am besieged, by a thousand or more of the Mexicans under Santa Anna - I have sustained a continual Bombardment & cannonade for 24 hours & have not lost a man. The enemy has demanded a surrender at discretion, otherwise, the garrison are to be put to the sword, if the fort is taken - I have answered the demand with a cannon shot, & our flag still waves proudly from the walls. I shall never surrender or retreat. Then, I call on you in the name of Liberty, of patriotism & everything dear to the American character, to come to our aid, with all dispatch - The enemy is receiving reinforcements daily & will no doubt increase to three or four thousand in four or five days. If this call is neglected, I am determined to sustain myself as long as possible & die like a soldier who never forgets what is due to his own honor & that of his country - Victory or Death!

William Barret Travis

Lt. Col. comdt

P.S. The Lord is on our side. When the enemy appeared in sight we had not three bushels of corn. We have since found in deserted houses 80 or 90 bushels and got into the walls 20 or 30 head of Beeves.

Travis

After the reading the letter, I left without a word and headed to the Alamo. With an agile horse, my rifle, and a bag full of food and ammunition, I made the long journey to assist the men.

On my way, I met with a group of fifty soldiers who claimed to be reinforcements from Goliad. The men were hesitant to bring me along, but I managed to convince them. They didn't buy my claim of being Austin's little girl, but they were convinced of my medical talents despite my lack of knowledge in the subject. Thus, I joined them in our quest to assist the men of the Alamo.