Sam Houston
Former Governor of Texas
Sam Houston arrived in Texas December 2, 1832 and quickly became a central figure in the politics of the rebellion against Mexico. Under Houston's leadership, the Texas Army was victorious at the Battle of San Jacinto April 21, 1836. ... Google Books
Born: March 2, 1793, Rockbridge County, VA
Died: July 26, 1863 (age 70 years), Huntsville, TX
Spouse: Margaret Lea Houston (m. 1840–1863) and Tiana Rogers Gentry
Children: Andrew Jackson Houston, Temple Lea Houston, Mary William Houston, and more
Parents: Major Samuel Houston and Elizabeth Paxton
Grandchildren: Margaret Bell Houston, Margaret Houston Morrow, Margaret Houston John, and more