[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 62 (Thursday, April 29, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E715]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          HONORING THE LIFE AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF SAM HOUSTON

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                               speech of

                         HON. MICHAEL T. McCAUL

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, April 26, 2010

  Mr. McCAUL. Mr. Speaker, I come to the floor today to recognize Sam 
Houston's contributions to Texas and our Nation. Sam Houston was a 
statesman, military leader, and politician who made remarkable 
contributions to Texas and our Nation. His achievements include 
representing both Tennessee and Texas in the U.S. Congress; defeating 
Mexican President Santa Anna to secure Texas' long sought independence; 
and being named the first President of the Republic of Texas for two 
terms. Additionally, he was the only person in U.S. History to have 
been the governor of two different states, Texas and Tennessee.
  The State of Texas has recognized Sam Houston's achievements with the 
naming of the City of Houston. His is also remembered by a memorial 
museum, a U.S. Army Base, a national forest, a historical park, a 
university and the largest free-standing statue of an American figure.
  The patriotic spirit of Sam Houston is carried by every Texan, and is 
especially seen in his great grandson, Sam Houston the 4th. I am proud 
to say this gentleman is my constituent. I have seen Sam Houston 4th 
every year at Texas Day of Independence celebration and feel that his 
vote is the best endorsement I have ever had.
  Please join me in acknowledging Sam Houston's accomplishments with 
this resolution.

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