Attracted to the struggle for Texan independence, he led the Texan army at the battle of San Jacinto and became the first president of the Republic of Texas. After the admission of Texas as a state, he became a senator. He was the governor of Texas, but was deposed when he refused to swear allegiance to the Confederate States of America. DS, one page both sides, 8 x 4.25, February 9, 1861. A Texas Treasury Warrant drawn to the order of A. M. Gap for “protection of the frontier,” in the amount of $28.12. Signed on the reverse by Houston, as Governor of Texas. In very good condition, with mild toning, show through from text on reverse, cancellation “X” to front of warrant and several folds. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
