1982 NBA Finals Lakers vs. 76ers (Games 1 thru 5 & 6*) (Magic Johnson MVP) (C quality). 1983 NBA Finals 76ers vs. Lakers (Complete-All 4 Games) (Moses Malone MVP) (C quality). 1984 NBA Finals Celtics vs. Lakers (Complete-All 7 Games) (Larry Bird MVP) (B quality).
The battle of Palo Alto, the first major engagement of the Mexican War, was fought north of Brownsville on May 8, 1846, between American forces under Gen. Zachary Taylor and Mexican troops commanded by Gen. Mariano Arista.
Battle Of The Alamo summary: The Mission San Antonio de Valero, established in the early 18th century, was situated along the San Antonio River. By 1800, the Missionaries were displaced and their land was seized for military purposes.