The Long Expedition was an 1819 attempt to take control of Spanish Texas by filibusters, led by James Long who was accompanied by which 19th-century American pioneer, who played a prominent role in the Texas Revolution, culminating in his death at the Battle of the Alamo?
Long Expedition The Long Expedition was an 1819 attempt to take control of Spanish Texas by filibusters. It was led by James Long who was accompanied by Jean LaFitte, James Bowie, and Ben Milam. Long's army successfully established a small independent republic government, known as the "Republic of Texas" being the first use of the sovereign name and also called the Long Republic (distinct from the later Republic of Texas created by the Texas Revolution). The expedition crumbled later in the year, as Spanish troops drove the invaders out. Long returned to Texas in 1820 and attempted to reestablish his control.
Adina Emilia De Zavala Adina Emilia De Zavala (November 28, 1861 – March 1, 1955) was a teacher, historian and preservationist of Texas history. Her efforts led to saving the Alamo Long Barrack Fortress for future generations. She was born to Augustine De Zavala (originally de Zavala), son of Lorenzo de Zavala, the first Vice President of the Republic of Texas. Adina's mother Julia Tyrrell De Zavala was born in Ireland. In 1994, Recorded Texas Historic Landmark Marker number 86 was placed at Alamo Plaza to honor De Zavala.