Sam Houston And The War Of Independence In Texas

By Alfred M. Williams

Book Overview

""Sam Houston and the War of Independence in Texas"" is a historical account of the life of Sam Houston, a key figure in the fight for Texas independence from Mexico in the 19th century. Written by Alfred M. Williams, the book provides a comprehensive overview of Houston's life, from his early years as a Tennessee lawyer and politician to his leadership role in the Texas Revolution. The book also explores the political and social context of the time, including the tensions between American settlers and Mexican authorities, and the role of slavery in the conflict. With detailed accounts of battles and key events, as well as insights into Houston's personal life and relationships, this book offers a fascinating look at one of the most important figures in Texas history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163630292
• ISBN13: 9781163630297
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 420 Pages
• Weight: 1.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"