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When did Houston win an election in Texas for presidency?

  • 1836

  • 1840

  • 1846

  • 1850

Answer

Sam Houston was the first president of the Republic of Texas, winning election in 1836. During his presidency, Houston worked to establish a stable government and to secure Texas's independence from Mexico. He also led the Texas army to victory in the Battle of San Jacinto, which effectively ended the Texas Revolution.
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