Thomas Jefferson Rusk
American politician (1803-1857) · United States · On the map · Politicians · Died at 53
Thomas Jefferson Rusk was an early political and military leader of the Republic of Texas, serving as its first secretary of war and as a general at the Battle of San Jacinto. He was later a U.S. politician and served as a senator from Texas from 1846 until his suicide.
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About this person
He served as the president pro tempore of the United States Senate in 1857.
Country
United States
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1803 to 1857 · aged 53