Moses Rose
Louis "Moses" Rose (1785? – 1850/1851?), also seen as Lewis Rose), known as the Coward of the Alamo, was according to Texas legend, the only man who chose to leave the besieged Alamo in 1836, rather than fight and die there. Some regard him as a coward for having left the Alamo prior to the final battle. He was illiterate and many believe that his tale was embellished by those who were writing on his behalf. Others take the view that Rose appropriately declined to sacrifice his life in a losing cause. Finally, some question the accuracy of this part of the legend.
Read more about Moses Rose: Life Before The Alamo, Presence in The Alamo, Rose in The Legend of The Alamo, Portrayal As A Coward, Lieutenant Louis Roze, The Yellow "Roze" of Texas?
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