Sam Houston

Sam Houston

Here for your enjoyment is an absorbing photograph of General Sam Houston, half-length portrait, three-quarters to the left, in civilian dress, clean shaven. It was made in 1848.

The photo illustrates the Hero of San Jacinto, the Father of the Republic of Texas, President of Texas, 1836-1838, 1841-1844; Democratic Senator from Texas, 1846-1859.

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Image ID# AC540836
Ref: loc/Daguerreotypes

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This Photograph Comes from the Collection:

• Daguerreotypes

And is Part of the Following Theme Groups:

• Dignitaries and Statesmen of the 1800s

• Soldiers