Sam Houston " The Raven" 1793-1863

Studying Sam Houston, one of the greatest leaders in the history of Texas was very exciting this year.  Not only did we read about him in class, but we were able to hear about him from Sam Houston himself.  Well actually, it was from an expert on Sam Houston, Jack Edmondson who has studied several Texas Heroes and portrays them to the best of his knowledge.  After visiting with "Sam," the class decided to e-mail "Sam," and ask him questions about his life, the battles he was in, and about all the offices he held.
After his visit in February, a student and her family went to Huntsville, Texas to see his statue and where he use to live.  He not only made an impact on the history of Texas, but has changed our class' lives too.

                    Click here to see picture's from our visit with Sam Houston
 

                    Click on each group to see our e-mail correspondence with Sam Houston (Mr. Edmonson)
  

                    Click here to see what Hannah thought of her visit to Huntsville, Texas, pictures from her
                      trip, and links for information on visiting Sam Houston's home town.
 

Quotes from Sam Houston about education, views before the Battle of San Jacinto, Texas, the Indians, and the Civil War.

                                                                                                               

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