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Sam Houston
Sam Houston was an American politician and warleader who lead the Texas Revolution. He defeated Santa Anna at the Battle of San Jacinto which made Texas its own Republic before joining the United States.
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Was Sam Houston in the battle of the Alamo?
During the seige of the Alamo, Houston was in the process of raising and training an army to deal with Santa Anna's well trained Mexican forces. He could not penetrate the Mexican force with only a few hundred men, which numbered nearly 5500 men, so he was forced to wait. After the Alamo fell, Santa Anna pursued Houston, who always stayed a step ahead of his pursuer. Santa Anna had lost several hundred men at the Alamo, and was determined to end the war once and for all. Frustrated at not being able to catch up with the sly Houston, Santa Anna split his force into three columns, hoping to trap Houston. Santa Anna led the biggest force, nearly 1500 men.
His forces were several miles apart, and Houston received word from Captain Deaf Smith that Santa Anna's force was only a few miles distant, camped at San Jacinto.
Houston gathered his 989 men and attacked with great fury while the Mexican army was at it's ease, eating and relaxing, confident no attack was coming.
The surprise attack routed the Mexicans, and most were killed or wounded. Around 200 were captured, including Santa Anna the next day. In exchange for his life, Santa Anna deeded away Mexican rights to Texas.
After nine years as a free republic, Texas joined the United States.
What are some alikes between Sam Houston and Mirabeau Lamar?
They were both presidents of the Republic of Texas.
How much debt did Sam Houston have?
he got money from selling navy ships and other materials. He tried his best but not good enough on his 2nd term he printed money and raised the debt
What was Sam Houston view about the economic policy?
he saved lots of money got texas to only 500,000 in debt and not 4.8 million dollars
Who were Sam Houston's three wives?
Sam Houston had 8 children: Sam Houston, Jr., 1843-1894, Nancy Elizabeth, 1846-1920, Margaret Lea, 1848-1906, Mary William, 1850-1931, Antoinette Power, 1852-1932, Andrew Jackson Houston, 1854-1941 (who became U.S. Senator from Texas), William Rogers Houston, 1858-1891 and Temple Lea Houston, 1860-1905.
Where is the Us Army Medical Museum in Fort Sam Houston Texas located?
The address of the Us Army Medical Museum is: 2310 Stanley Rd, Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234
Was Sam Houston in the Civil War?
No. Uncle Sam came from the American Revolution and some historians think he was a real person. It is thought he delivered food to Valley Forge. Well, over 100 years later Sam Houston was born. They are not connected. Uncle Sam showed up again in WW1 posters to convince men to enlist.
Where did sam Houston and Andrew Jackson meet?
Juan S. Met Sam Houston in Gonzalez after being sent by William B. Travis who was at the Alamo at this time. He was told to stay in gonzalez by General Sam Houston and he did
Why did Sam Houston think he was the best candidate?
he moved there because his long time friends , cherockees moved away. he moved with another few frineds
i hoped that helped XD
Where did Sam Houston defeat Santa Ana and his army?
At the Battle of San Jacinto, April 21st, 1836. The battle took place in what is currently Harris County TX.
Why did southerners support the annexation of Texas?
They thought that granting popular sovereignty would allow slavery
Why did Sam Houston lose as Governor of Texas?
Because he refused to take an oath to the Confederate States of America.
What was Sam Houston's career?
He was a US Senator, the Governor of two different US States, the President of the Republic of Texas, a soldier in the War of 1812, the Commander of the Army of Texas, an attorney and a Cherokee linguist.
What leadership characteristic did sam Houston have and explain why?
Sam Houston defeated the Mexican army in the spring of 1836 showing that he was an able leader. Sam was the commander-in-chief of the Texan army that led a surprise attack against the Mexican army.
How many wifes did sam Houston have?
Sam was married three times. His first wife was named Eliza Allen. They were married January 22, 1829. Sam Houston's second wife was a Cherokee Indian woman whose name was Tiana Rodgers, also known as Diana Rodgers. They were married in the summer of 1830.
Margaret Moffette Lea was Sam Houston's third wife. They were married May 9, 1840 and remained married for the remainder of Sam Houston's lifetime.
He was seventy years old at the time of his death on July 26th, 1863. He died at 6:15 pm.
SOURCE: http://www.lone-star.net/mall/texasinfo/shouston.htm
What did Sam Houston order Jim Bowie to do at the Alamo?
Strip it of its weapons, munitions and troops.
What relationship did Sam Houston have with the Native Americans?
He once lived among the Cherokee and was a strong supporter of Native American rights.
What did sam Houston do after the fall of the alamo?
Houston began a game of cat and mouse with Santa Anna, gathering strength while pretending to flee from the Mexican army. At San Jacinto, he turned and attacked, defeating the Mexicans in 18 minutes.
Did Sam Houston go to college?
sam Houston did not go to school =] he was self-educated
but: he did attend Maryville Academy/College
Why did Sam Houston order a retreat to the Brazos river?
To overextend Santa Anna's supply lines, exhaust his troops and to build up and train his own Army while increasing its size with fresh US volunteers.
What awards and honors did Sam Houston win?
He can be termed as a Texas founding father along with Stephen Austin. He WA s Republic of Texas President, State Governor and US Senator from the State.
What did sam Houston do to help the republic of Texas?
Among other things, he was the commander in chief of the army. He led the Texan troops to victory at San Jacinto. He was the first president of the Republic of Texas. As president, he worked for peace with the Indians.
