About
Kentucky-born politician who served as Governor of Texas when the state was still a territory of Mexico. He briefly presided over the revolution that was taking place there.
Before fame
He participated in the Battle of Velasco, a 1832 conflict between Texas residents and their Mexican government.
Trivia
He passed away while participating in the California Gold Rush. He was wounded in the 1832 Battle of Velasco.
Family life
After the death of his first wife, Harriet Gillette, he married his wife's sister, Elizabeth. Following Elizabeth's death, he married a third sister in the family, Sarah.
Associated with
Under the Texas government of Sam Houston, Smith held the position of Secretary of the Treasury.
