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Preservers of Alamo celebrate 100 years
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The icon of Texas independence as their backdrop, the Daughters of the Republic of Texas celebrated 100 years as custodians of the Alamo this afternoon.
Several hundred Daughters, dignitaries and tourists applauded the group's achievements since Jan. 26, 1905, when the Legislature handed over care-taking of the Shrine of Texas Liberty, which was then in a state of disrepair with private developers inching in.
“Your custodial work, your care of this building – you've done one heck of a job,” said Councilman Chip Haass. “Thank you for allowing San Antonio to be a shining star to the state and the nation.”
Under the aggressive leadership of Adina De ZavalaÖ and Clara Driscoll, the DRT, which was formed in 1891 by a group of women concerned with the legacy of their ancestors, took control of the Alamo complex.
Under their care, the buildings have been preserved and kept open to the public without an admission fee or the use of tax dollars.
Last year, 2.3 million visitors toured the Shrine, making it the state's top tourist draw.
Much praised was heaped upon De Zavala and Driscoll, who notoriously were at odds with each other and had spectacular fights. Though the two differed on how the Alamo should be preserved, they both are remembered as its saviors.
“If it weren't for the determination of two women, we wouldn't be here today in front of what has become an international shrine,” said Leonard Cloud, president general of the Sons of the Republic of Texas. “Thank you, ladies, for caring.”
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