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Who was elected the first president of the Republic of Texas in 1836?

A.
Andrew Jackson

B.
Sam Houston

C.
John Frémont

D.
Brigham Young

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Answer:

b

Step-by-step explanation:

Popular war hero Samuel Houston was elected in a decisive victory over Henry Smith and Stephen F. Austin. Houston was inaugurated on October 22, 1836, replacing interim president David G.

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