The ___________ was a garrison in San Antonio that was attac…

The ___________ was a garrison in San Antonio that was attacked by General Santa Anna for thirteen days.  Men, women, and children were in the fort.  The Texas “Patriots” tried to defend the garrison, but they could not hold back the troops.  The famous frontiersman, Davy Crockett, was one of the many that died.

On December 1, 1969, the Selective Service held its first Vi…

On December 1, 1969, the Selective Service held its first Vietnam Draft Lottery.  Each male of appropriate age was given a number based on his birthday. Men selected were to report to the draft board to be evaluated without exception.  This provided a fair and equal way to draft American’s young men.