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Sam Houston was an American military leader and politician, best known for his crucial role in the Texas Revolution and as a key figure in the founding of the Republic of Texas. He served as the first and third President of Texas and was later a U.S. Senator and Governor of Texas. Houston's leadership at the Battle of San Jacinto helped secure Texas independence from Mexico in 1836.
1793–1863·lived 70 years
We now occupy the proud attitude of a sovereign and independent Republic, which will impose upon us the obligation of evincing to the world that we are worthy to be free. This will only be accomplished by wise legislation, the maintenance of our integrity, and the faithful and just redemption of our plighted faith wherever it has been pledged.Life and select literary remains of Sam Houston of Texas/Part 1
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