There is some controversy among historians about the Texans’ decision to stay and defend the Alamo. According to your lectures, why did the Texans decide to stay and fight even though they knew they were outnumbered?

There is some controversy among historians about the Texans’ decision to stay and defend the Alamo.  According to your lectures, why did the Texans decide to stay and fight even though they knew they were outnumbered?