Edward Burleson

Edward Burleson (December 15, 1798 – December 26, 1851) was a soldier, general, and statesman in the state of Missouri, the Republic of Texas, and later the U.S. state of Texas.

Read more about Edward Burleson:  Early Life, Political Service, Memorials

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