Summaries

The life of Sam Houston, the founding father of the Republic of Texas.

The story about Sam Houston's campaign against the secession of Texas from the Union capped by his colorful career as a soldier and a politician. Houston fought with Andrew Jackson against the Creek Indians during the War of 1812, captured Mexican General Santa Anna at San Jacinto in 1836, and was twice elected president of the republic of Texas, and became Governor of the state in 1859.—VTC

Details

Keywords
  • texas
  • sam houston
Genres
  • History
  • Biography
Release date Jan 21, 1975
Countries of origin United States
Language English
Production companies American Broadcasting Company (ABC) David L. Wolper Productions American Heritage Productions

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Tech specs

Runtime 1h
Color Color
Sound mix Mono
Aspect ratio 1.33 : 1

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