Sam Houston
The 2nd president of Texas!
Sam Houston
Bio
Samuel "Sam" Houston was an American politician and soldier, best known for his role in bringing Texas into the United States as a constituent state. His victory at the Battle of San Jacinto secured the independence of Texas from Mexico. Wikipedia
Website: Wikipedia.com
Important events
The Texas Revolution, the last battle at San jacinto was a huge win for Texas forcing Santa Anna to sign the document giving Texas their freedom.
Other info
Born: March 2, 1793, Rockbridge County, Virginia, VA
Died: July 26, 1863, Huntsville, TX
Children: Andrew Jackson Houston, Temple Lea Houston
Spouse: Margaret Lea Houston (m. 1840–1863), Eliza Allen (m. 1829–1837), Tiana Rogers Gentry
Previous offices: Governor of Texas (1859–1861), More
Texas Revolution & Independence