For 10 points, name this first president of the Republic of Texas, the namesake of its most populous city.
This man was taken out of action due to severe wounds while trying to scale a fort at the Battle of Horseshoe Bend during the War of 1812. Raised by the Cherokees in his teenage years, he often fought for the rights of Native Americans, which led to the beating of Congressman William Stanbery. He was then forced to leave the country, moving to the then-Mexican territory of Texas, where he led Texan troops to victory at the Battle of San Jacinto, giving Texas its independence. For 10 points, name this first president of the Republic of Texas, the namesake of its most populous city.
This man was taken out of action due to severe wounds while trying to scale a fort at the Battle of Horseshoe Bend during the War of 1812.
Samuel {Houston} [accept Sam {Houston}]