An illustrated recounting of the battle of the Alamo in 1836, as told from the perspective of a jackrabbit.

Gives readers an up-close look at the history, significance, and story behind this famous fort in San Antonio, Texas.

Relates the experiences of the Texas woman who, along with her baby, survived the 1836 massacre at the Alamo.

William Chemerka, founder of the Alamo Historical Society, helps What Went Down re-create a view from above that was impossible to see in 1836. Chermerka's encyclopedic knowledge of all things Alamo, a site tour to the Alamo, and stories shared by the descendents of the event, combined with CGI and 'green screen' movie special effects, combine to create an aerial view of the final moments of the attack, as the Texans made their last stand.

"Three noted Texan writers combine forces to tell the real story of the Alamo, dispelling the myths, exploring why they had their day for so long, and explaining why the ugly fight about its meaning is now coming to a head... In the past forty-some years, waves of revisionists have come at this topic, and at times have made real progress toward a more nuanced and inclusive story that doesn't alienate anyone. But we are not living in one of those times;...

Recounts the adventures of Ruby, a stray kitten adopted by the patrol rangers at the Alamo as their mascot.

Along the wild frontier, Davy Crockett earns a reputation for bravery and courage. His belief in standing up for the right cause leads him to Washington and the Alamo, showing us that actions speak louder than words.

"In 1830, many immigrants from the United States called Texas, then a territory of Mexico, home. These immigrants outnumbered Mexican citizens. The U.S. government offered to buy Texas. Instead, Mexico sent troops to keep more U.S. settlers from crossing the border. Tension mounted, as each side prepared to take a stand. Today, people often forget Texas was once part of Mexico, but the cry Remember the Alamo has lived on in history. Engaging text,...