Davis, James, 1790-1859

Born in Virginia in 1790, James Davis moved to Texas in 1834 after serving as a major general in the Alabama Militia and as the United States consul at Santa Fe. He joined General Sam Houston's staff in 1836 and was asked by Houston in 1842 to help prevent attacks against the Alabama and Coushatta Indians in April of that year. Along with Captain Ewen Cameron, Davis led the Army of the Republic of Texas to victory at the battle of Lipantitlán on July 7, 1842. Davis actively participated in Texas and national politics while representing East Texas in the legislature during the Republic and after annexation. Davis died on February 10, 1859 in Liberty County.

From the description of James Davis papers, 1842-1845. (San Jacinto Museum of History). WorldCat record id: 46680491

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