The First Texan
HE LEFT HIS MARK ACROSS THE WEST'S THOUSAND TOUGHEST MILES
After arriving in Texas to escape a scandal back east, lawyer Sam Houston just wants to hang out his shingle, keep a low profile, and stay out of any political intrigue. However, when President Jackson personally orders him to lead the fight for Texan independence, he overcomes his reluctance to become involved and leads his compatriots to a string of victories over the Mexican army.
Directed by Byron Haskin · Written by Daniel B. Ullman
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Joel McCrea Sam Houston -
Felicia Farr Katherine Delaney -
Jeff Morrow Jim Bowie -
Wallace Ford Henry Delaney -
Abraham Sofaer Don Carlos - magistrate -
Jody McCrea Lt. Baker -
Chubby Johnson Deaf Smith - army scout -
William Hopper William Barrett Travis -
Dayton Lummis Stephen Austin -
Rodolfo Hoyos Jr. Col. Cos (as Rodolfo Hoyos) -
Roy Roberts Col. Sam Sherman -
David Silva General Antonio Lopez de Santa Ana
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