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Camels return to the Alamo for early World Camel Day celebration
By KSAT DIGITAL TEAM at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
Visitors to the Alamo got an early look at a little-known chapter of Texas history this weekend as the Texas Camel Corps brought camels to the historic grounds ahead of World Camel Day.The event highlighted the U.S. Army’s 1850s experiment with using camels to move supplies across the Southwest. ...
Key takeaway Army’s 1850s experiment with using camels to move supplies across the Southwest.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The appearance of camels at the Alamo this weekend is a unique opportunity for San Antonians to engage with a lesser-known aspect of the city's history. By bringing the Texas Camel Corps to the historic grounds, locals can gain a deeper understanding of the region's role in the U.S. Army's experiment with using camels for transportation. The fact that the Alamo briefly served as an Army depot adds another layer of significance to the event, highlighting the city's connection to this fascinating chapter in Texas history. As the city continues to grow and evolve, events like this one serve to remind residents of the complex and often surprising stories that have shaped San Antonio into the vibrant community it is today. With World Camel Day on Monday, residents have another chance to learn about the camel experiment and its lasting impact on the state's military past.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Visitors to the Alamo got an early look at a little-known chapter of Texas history this weekend as the Texas Camel Corps brought camels to the historic grounds ahead of World Camel Day.The event highlighted the U.S. Army’s 1850s experiment with using camels to move supplies across the Southwest. ...
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