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(September, 1824 - December 20, 1917)
Son of Alamo defender Gregorio Esparza, 11-year old Enrique, his mother, two brothers, and sister were present at the seige by the Mexican Army (Feb. 23-Mar. 6, 1836). Hidden in a pile of hay, the youth saw his father fall and witnessed the heroic death of James Bowie on his sick bed. He then watched the bodies of the Texans burn in two huge Pyres. Enrique Esparza's Eye-witness story later became invaluable, for he was one of few survivors.
State Historical Survey Committee, 1968.
Leal Rd. & Martinez St., Mt. Carmel Cemetery, Lasoya, San Antonio,
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