Sam Houston sent Charles Sims to central Texas in 1838 to gather intelligence and assess the situation in the region following the Texas Revolution. Houston aimed to strengthen the newly established Republic of Texas by understanding the political and social dynamics at play, especially in relation to Native American tribes and potential threats from Mexico. Sims's mission was crucial for informing Houston’s decisions regarding defense and governance in the rapidly evolving landscape of Texas.
Sam Houston
Under the Texas Constitution he was not eligible.
He was the First President of the Republic of Texas from 1836 to 1838 and the Third President from 1841 to 1844.
* David G. Burnet (March 1836-October 1836) * Sam Houston (October 1836-December 1838) * Mirabeau B. Lamar (December 1838-December 1841) * Sam Houston (December 1841-December 1844) * Anson Jones (December 1844-February 1846)
The first president of the Republic of Texas under the Texas Constitution of 1836 was Sam Houston. He served from 1836 to 1838 and played a crucial role in leading Texas to independence from Mexico. Houston's leadership during the Texas Revolution and his subsequent presidency helped shape the early years of the Republic.
Sam Houston did not serve a second consecutive term as President of the Republic of Texas due to the Texas Constitution, which prohibited consecutive terms for the presidency. After serving from 1836 to 1838, he stepped aside for Mirabeau B. Lamar, who won the election in 1838. Houston returned to the presidency later, serving again from 1841 to 1844, but his initial term was limited by the constitutional restrictions in place at that time.
After winning independence from Mexico in 1836, Texas chose Sam Houston as its first president. Houston was a prominent military leader during the Texas Revolution and played a crucial role in securing Texas's independence. He served as president twice, first from 1836 to 1838 and again from 1841 to 1844.
Houston Fire Department was created in 1838.
Sam Houston served two non-consecutive terms as the President of the Republic of Texas. His first term was from 1836 to 1838, and his second was from 1841 to 1844. Additionally, he served as a U.S. Senator and Governor of Texas after the state joined the Union.
Charles Veale was born in 1838.
Charles Rouen was born in 1838.
Charles Pigeon was born in 1838.