The Alamo Defenders: Miles DeForest Andross

ANDROSS, MILES DEFOREST
(1809-1836)

Born in Vermont in 1809, Miles DeForest Andross moved from his native state to Texas, settling in San Patrico. He participated in the siege of Bexar under the command of Lt. Col. James Clinton Neill.  After, he remained in Bexar after the battle due to illness. 

Once recovered, Andross became part of Capt. William Blazeby’s infantry company to defend the Alamo.  He died in battle on March 6, 1836.

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