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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.
545 Questions
When did Sam Houston live in Texas?
He went to Texas in December of 1832 and died in Huntsville on 26 July 1863.
Mirabeau Bonaparte Lamar favored forced removal or absolute extinction of the Native Americans in Texas. Houston favored assimilation.
What problems did Sam Houston face?
he faced the battle of san jacinto and going into dept also missing the Cherokee Indians
How many sisters did Sam Houston have?
Sam Houston, President of the Republic of Texas, had four sisters and four brothers.
How did sam Houston try to solve his debt with Texas?
He printed money, lots, only made it worse by doing that though. then he tried to take a loan from the united states
Why else is Sam Houston a famous Texan?
His fame comes from his victory at San Jacinto, but he was a Texas Governor and US Senator and he served two terms as the President of the Republic of Texas.
Why was Houston Texas named after sam Houston?
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.
What did Sam Houston accomplish?
His victory at the Battle of San Jacinto led to Independence for Texas.
Was sam Houston in the texas revolution?
Yes, Sam Houston was the commanding general of the victorious rebel army in the Texas War of Independence, and victor of the Battle of San Jacinto which effectively ended the war.
What did sam Houston do on his first term as president?
- He wants to get Texas annexed to the US
- He wants to make peace with indians
- He made the money situation go down
When did Sam Houston become president of Texas?
He became the first President of the Republic of Texas on 22 October 1836.
Who called Sam Houston a coward and threatened to have him removed from command?
Captain Gibson Kuykendall.
Who were Sam Houston's grandchildren and great grandchildren?
Irene Houston Williams and Patricia Houston Williams were great grandchildren of Sam Houston
