Who commanded the Texas Forces in the Alamo?

• A. James Bowie
• B. Sam Houston
• C. William Travis
• D. Stephen F. Austin

Answer: (C)

Leadership of the Alamo defense is what this question is asking about. William B. Travis served as the commander of the Texan forces inside the Alamo during the 1836 siege. He led the small garrison and is famous for his bold “Victory or Death” letter, which expressed resolve in the face of a much larger Mexican army. James Bowie led a significant portion of the defenders and played a key frontline role, but Travis was the overall leader of the Texan forces there. Sam Houston would lead the Texan army later, at San Jacinto, not at the Alamo. Stephen F. Austin was a foundational figure in Texas but was not commanding at the Alamo. The defense lasted thirteen days and became a symbol of sacrifice and determination in the Texas Revolution.