6; David J. Weber, The Mexican Frontier, 1821- 1846: The American Southwest Under Mexico (Albuquerque, 1982), p. 161; Francis R. Lubbock, Six Decades in Texas: The Memoirs of Francis R. Lubbock, Confederate Governor of Texas (Austin, ...
An easy-to-read biography of the soldier and politician who helped gain Texas' independence from Mexico and became president of the new Republic of Texas in 1836.
Sam Houston is remembered in the name of a major city in the place he loved-Texas.
Sam Houston is remembered in the name of a major city in the place he loved—Texas.
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O'Neal lectured about Houston for more than three decades in Texas history classes at Panola College, and the response to his public lecture on Houston as a leader at the Bob Bullock Museum inspired this book.
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Hume took the matter up with the Reverend Obadiah Jennings, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church in Nashville, and together they declined, “on good grounds, as we think.” More to the point was the fact that Obadiah Jennings was the ...
Chouteau, the aristocratic son of one of the founders of St. Louis, was a legendary frontier figure. He had been a pioneer of the lucrative Santa Fe Trail and an ally of John Jacob Astor's fur-trading empire, and he was a father.
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Sam Houston's Legacy History will always remember Sam Houston's command of the army of Texas during the Texas Revolution and at the Battle of San Jacinto . Sam Houston's legacy , however , cannot be limited to a brief period in time or ...
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In-depth biography explores the story of Houston's many accomplishments and the complex man behind them.
Sam Houston: A Study in Leadership
Describes the life and accomplishments of Sam Houston, one of the founders of Texas, from his early life and years with the Cherokee Indians to his careers in the army and politics.
"Examines the life of Sam Houston, including his early life on the Western frontier, his time as a soldier, leading the fight for Texas' independence, and his political career in Texas"--Provided by publisher.
The life of Sam Houston, who served as governor of Tennessee, and president, United States senator, and governor of Texas
The biography of the famous Texas governor and patriot.
A look at how Sam Houston became one of the Southwest's most important figures. Includes pictures of important people, places, and events. Also includes online resources and a bibliography for further reading.
Presents the life of Sam Houston, who served as an army commander, United States senator, and governor of Texas.