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Not far from the huge modern convention center and chic dining and shopping areas along San Antonio’s River Walk stands a small stucco structure surrounded by lovely gardens. As you pass by this petite building you might think it’s simply an old Spanish church. However, this little building, better known as the Alamo, was the site of one of the bloodiest and most significant battles of the Texas revolution.
What is the purpose of the opening sentence in this introductory paragraph?