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He was a famous general who fought in the San Jacinto Battle and was the first president of the Republic of Texas. He was one person who did a lot for the state.

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How did Houston Texas received its name?

It was named after Sam Houston.


Houston Texas is named after who?

1. Yes, Houston, Harris County's seat was named after Sam Houston. Sam Houston was Houston was founded by J.K. Allen and A.C. Allen. Harris County once had the capital of Texas until January 14, 1839 when Mirabeau Lamar had the capital moved to Austin.


What impact did Sam Houston have?

Sam Houston had a big impact on Texas. Without him Texas most likely wouldn't have ever joined the U.S, because we would still belong to Mexico. Later, Houston (The city) was named after Sam Houston. Without Sam Houston's involvement in the Texas Revolution, Houston would be named something else.


Why was Houston TX named after Sam Houston?

At the time it was named, he was bigger than life as the greatest hero in Texas.


Who was in command of the second Texas army?

Sam Houston


Why is the Sam Houston State University named after Sam Houston?

Because he led the army that won Texas's independence from Mexico. He was in the army because after he emigrated to Texas they practically begged him to join.


Facts about sam Houston?

Houston is named after Sam Houston


Why did Sam Houston get a city named after him?

Because he is considered to be a Founding Father of the Republic of Texas.


Who was the commander in chief of the Texas rebels in the Texas revolution?

Sam Houston.


The first president of the Republic of Texas was?

The first Republic of Texas president was Sam Houston.


Who was against the secession of Texas?

Sam Houston He was a US Senator at the time


When was Sam Houston president of Texas?

Sam Houston was the first president of Texas after it won independence for Mexico.