Man of Conquest
America -- First, Last -- Always!
Genres
Overview
The story of Sam Houston, hero of the Texas revolution, statesman, and first president of the Republic of Texas.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
105 min
Release Date
1939-05-15
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
5
Vote Average
5.4
Richard Dix
Sam Houston
Gail Patrick
Margaret Lea
Edward Ellis
Andrew Jackson
Joan Fontaine
Eliza Allen
Victor Jory
William B. Travis
Robert Barrat
David Crockett
George 'Gabby' Hayes
Lannie Upchurch
Ralph Morgan
Stephen F. Austin
Robert Armstrong
Jim Bowie
C. Henry Gordon
Santa Ana
Janet Beecher
Mrs. Sarah Lea
Pedro de Cordoba
Oolooteka
Max Terhune
Deaf Smith
Kathleen Lockhart
Mrs. Allen
Ferris Taylor
Jonas Lea
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