An American in Texas: The Story of Sam Houston

An American in Texas: The Story of Sam Houston by Peggy Caravantes. Published by Morgan Reynolds Publishing Inc, Greensboro, NC, 2004. 1st Stated Edition. Hardbound, no DJ. Size 8vo (up to 9-1/2'' tall). Condition: Fine. 144 Pgs. ISBN 1931798192. LCCN 2003013257. Notable American Series. Sam Houston Is one of the most colorful figures in US history. After becoming a military hero at a young age, he embarked on a political career that seemed destined to send him to the White House. But when his young wife suddenly left him, Houston resigned as governor of Tennessee and headed west to live thth the Cherokee. He later became the dominant figure in the fight to break Texas away from Mexico, winning a decisive military victory against Mexican General Santa Anna at the Battle of San Jacinto. Houston went on to serve as president of the Republic of Texas, then as governor and US Senator from the new state. Illustrated with black & white photos. Description text copyright 2017 BooksForComfort. Item ID 32117.