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Edward Burleson

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Lifespan

1798 – 1851

180018101820183018401850Texas Revolution · 1835-1836Texas–Indian Wars · 1820-1882Siege of Béxar — October 12, 1835 · Texian · Texas RevolutionBattle of the Neches — January 1, 1839 · Republic of Texas · Texas–Indian WarsBattle of Plum Creek — August 12, 1840 · Republic of Texas · Texas–Indian Wars

Active service 1835–1840 — 3 battles across 2 wars; first command at age 37.

Profile

Edward Burleson was the third vice president of the Republic of Texas. After Texas was annexed to the United States, he served in the State Senate. Prior to his government service in Texas, he was a commander of Texian Army forces during the Texas Revolution. Before moving to Texas, he served in militias in Alabama, Missouri, and Tennessee, and fought in the War of 1812. Burleson was the soldier who was given Santa Anna's sword when he surrendered. He died in Austin, Texas in December 1851.

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Battles (3)

Last verified June 2026
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