In the name of the constitution of Texas, which has been trampled upon, I refuse to take this oath. I love Texas too well to bring civil strife and bloodshed upon her.
-- Sam Houston
   
Sam Houston   Name:
Sam Houston
Type:
Politician
Nationality:
American
Birth:
March 2, 1793
Death:
July 26, 1863
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