Remembering the Alamo Quotes

“Disappointment or disgust–Silas couldn't tell which–flickered in the girl's eyes. Remembering to give him a demure nod, she straightened her shawl and walked away. Silas watched her go. He couldn't swear on it, but he felt pretty sure the shawl-adjustment was more like the feminine version of a Mexican conquistador's cape-swish.”
― Alicia A. Willis, Remembering the Alamo

“Travis straightened himself into soldierly erectness. The weariness of his countenance melted into chiseled resolve, tightening his chin. “I stay here to defend the Alamo. And, for those who will also choose to stay, I know that, although they may be sacrificed to the vengeance of a Gothic enemy, the victory will cost the enemy so dear that it will be worse for him than a defeat.”
― Alicia A. Willis, Remembering the Alamo

“Disappointment or disgust–Silas couldn‟t tell which–flickered in the girl‟s eyes. Remembering to give him a demure nod, she straightened her shawl and walked away.

Silas watched her go. He couldn't swear on it, but he felt pretty sure the shawl-adjustment was more like the feminine version of a Mexican conquistador's cape-swish.”
― Alicia A. Willis, Remembering the Alamo