Born in Georgia. Came to Texas in 1834. Storming of Bexar, 1835. Commanded the artillery at San Jacinto. Made major, July 20, 1836. Law partner of David G. Burnet, 1837. died June 7, 1840 while Chief Justice of Harris County. buried under the auspices of the Masons and the Independent Military Companies of Houston.
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29.7561, -95.3796
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