What does the cryptic crossword clue "Part of total amount needed for Texas mission (5)" mean?

The definition is "mission". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). Hidden in "part of totAL AMOunt needed for texas mission" The answer is ALAMO.

Part of total amount needed for Texas mission (5)

Guardian Cryptic #28300 | 6 Down | 2020-11-25 flower

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