SAN ANTONIO – The Texas Camel Corps walked the Alamo grounds Saturday morning, inviting guests to learn about their historical connection to the Texas Hill Country and the Shrine of Texas Liberty.
During the lesson, visitors learned why the United States Army turned to camels in the 1850s for their key advantages compared to horses or mules, according to a press release.
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Camels had the upper hand as they could transport supplies across the country in severe heat while needing very little water.
Although they were briefly used, Camels were used at the Alamo while it served as an Army Quartermaster Depot.
The camels that worked at the Alamo were stationed at Camp Verde, which was more than 60 miles away in Hill County.
According to the release, the Texas Camel Corps was founded in 1997 by Doug Baum with the goal to visit sites and educate the public about the use of camels in the 19th century.