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COMMANDER // 1803–1857

Thomas J. Rusk

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Lifespan

1803 – 1857

18101820183018401850Texas Revolution · 1835-1836Texas–Indian Wars · 1820-1882Siege of Béxar — October 12, 1835 · Texian · Texas RevolutionBattle of San Jacinto — April 21, 1836 · Republic of Texas · Texas RevolutionBattle of the Neches — January 1, 1839 · Republic of Texas · Texas–Indian Wars

Active service 1835–1839 — 3 battles across 2 wars; first command at age 32.

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Battles (3)

Last verified June 2026
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