"What were J. C. Neill's contributions
to the defense of the Alamo?
Have historians accurately represented
his contributions?"
Views expressed are not necessarily
those of The Second Flying Company of Alamo de Parras
"What were J. C. Neill's contributions
to the defense of the Alamo?
Have historians accurately represented
his contributions?"
Views expressed are not necessarily
those of The Second Flying Company of Alamo de Parras
May 27, 1998Col Neill's contributions were those that laid the foundation for the Alamo's defense. He held command during the most crucial prepatory time after the fall of Bexar. Neill has never been given his due because he was absent at the martyrdom of the garrison.
Jerry Tucker (alamo6@pdq.net)