houston, sam

Brief biographies of four men instrumental in opening up new American frontiers.

A biography of Sam Houston who served as a Congressman and Governor of Tennessee before his association with Texas began.

A brief overview of the life and accomplishments of Texas politician Sam Houston.

An exploration of the life of nineteenth-century politician Samuel Houston that discusses his childhood, military career, role as president of the Republic of Texas, election to the United States Senate, and other related topics.

The life of Sam Houston, friend of the Cherokee, oustanding general in the battle for the independence of Texas, and devoted statesman in the U.S. government.

Gives a fictional account of the marriage of Sam Houston to Eliza Allen in 1829 and the unhappiness that followed.

Presents a biography Sam Houston, the first president of the Texas republic, and chronicles his childhood in Virginia, life among the Native Americans in Tennessee, service during the War of 1812, and involvement in the Texas war for Independence.

Simple text and photographs introduce the life of Sam Houston, who served as governor of Texas after helping fight for the region's independence from Mexico.

Recounts the story of the man who lived with the Cherokee Indians, served as an American soldier, and became involved in Texas politics.

Traces the life of the soldier who led the fight for Texas' independence from Mexico, served as governor and senator, and opposed secession during the Civil War.