"All new states are invested, more or less, by a class of noisy, second-rate men who are always in favor of rash and extreme measures, but Texas was absolutely overrun by such men." It ought to do so, for no country upon the globe can compare with it in natural advantages." "Texas will again lift its head and stand among the nations. We must now act or abandon all hope! Rally to the standard, and be no longer the scoff of mercenary tongues! Be men, be free men, that your children may bless their father's name." It is vain to look for present aid: none is at hand. We are nerved for the contest, and must conquer or perish. "I am aware that in presenting myself as the advocate of the Indians and their rights, I shall stand very much alone." "I preferred measuring deer tracks to tape - that I liked the wild liberty of the Red men better then the tyranny of my brothers." "Remember that whatever may be said by a lady or her friends, it is not part of conduct of a gallant or generous man to take up arms against a woman." Knowledge is the food of genius, and my son, let no opportunity escape you to treasure up knowledge." Mine was defective and I feel the inconvenience, if not the misfortune of not receiving a classical education. "It is a matter of great satisfaction to me to hope that my children will be in circumstances to receive a good education. I doubt if I had gone to school six months in all when my father died. Nor did I accomplish much after I started. "I would not be gotten into a schoolhouse until I was eight years old. ![]() Visit the Education page to learn more about booking a guided tour.** × Sam Houston Quotes Education **Guided group tours are available by reservation only. There is no extra charge for entrance to special exhibitions. ![]() Includes same-day admission to the Memorial Museum, Walker Education Center and all historic houses and outdoor sites. Tuesday - Saturday: 9:00am – 4:30pm Admissions
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