There was more tension between free and slave states and the Southerners feared for their safety after the raid.
On February 25, 200–300 Mexican soldiers crossed the San Antonio River and took cover in abandoned shacks approximately 90 to 100 yards (82 to 91 m) from the Alamo walls. The soldiers intended to use the huts as cover to establish another artillery position, although many Texians assumed that they actually were launching an assault on the fort. Several men volunteered to burn the huts.To provide cover, the Alamo cannons fired grapeshot at the Mexican soldiers, and Crockett and his men fired rifles
The era of 16th century was hugely influenced by conflicts on religion which resulted to wars and the rise of Lutheranism. The disputes that existed during these times prompted reflections on theoretical norms which paved way in strengthening the monarchical power. This had helped overcome the crisis and merged the political situation, internally and externally.
b. Influencing public opinion and forming political action committees
Interests groups form around an issue they want legal action taken. They will use marketing methods to influence public opinion through media and campaigning. If they form a political action committee then they will back political candidates and possibly provide money for a political candidate's campaign. Interest groups in the US include AARP, Family Research Council, and the NAACP.
