Houston, Sam Personalities West

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• - Biography of the first President of the Republic of Texas.
  
• - Large collection of information about Sam Houston and the building where he taught school as a young man in Tennessee. Includes biographical facts and topical essays.
  
• - Good biographical treatment (with many quotes) of a complex man whose personal history is intertwined with that of Texas and the United States. He was for states rights but against secession.
  
• - Biography plus photographs and text of letters from Houston and documents he signed.
  
• - Relates the story of the celabratory firing of cannon when Texas won its independence from Mexico.
  
• - Biographical sketch, with photograph.
  
• - Chronology, frequently asked questions, and other information. Includes biographical information on Margaret Lea Houston, Houston's last wife.