Cane presented to Sam Houston. Engraved: Alex'r V. Fraser to Gen'l Sam Houston-The Hero of San Jacinto who never sacrificed his honesty to Political Expediency.
Houston, Samuel; silver; Houston, Margaret Moffette Lea
Silver service belonging to Sam and Margaret Houston. Crafted by M.W. Galt and Brothers in Washington D.C. Ca. 1850. Made from $500 in silver coins that Sam Houston received from the U.S. government for military service in 1812.
Margaret m. Houston's Bible. Inscribed: "To Lady Margaret H., Consort of Gen. Sam Houston by Senator Thomas G. Weston, the Lady's obedient servant and the General's most sincere friend." "City of Houston, April 21, 1841.
Detail of Santa Anna's saddle.
1. Decorative brass piece attached to the saddle skirt.
2. Detail of Santa Anna's saddle. Brass pommel in the shape of a lion's...