Library of Congress
Loc: Biographical Directory of the u.s. Congress: John Henninger Reagan (1818 1905)
A biography of John Henninger Reagan that focuses on his professional and political life.
University of Texas at Austin
Dolph Briscoe Center for American Hist.: Henry B. Gonzalez Voice of the People
An exhibition on the life and accomplishments of Henry B. Gonzalez, a highly respected Congressman from San Antonio, Texas. The exhibit includes a lengthy bibliography, a video, photographs, documents, a section on his interactions with...
Texas State Cemetery
Texas State Cemetery: Raul A. Gonzalez, Jr. (B. 1940)
A profile of Raul A. Gonzalez, Jr., a Hispanic American who served on the Texas Supreme Court.
Rice University
James A. Baker Iii Institute for Public Policy:honorary Chair James A. Baker Iii
A biography of James A. Baker, III, with links to speeches and interviews, and to think tank reports on political and world issues.
Texas State Library and Archives Commission
Texas State Library and Archives Commission: Stephen F. Austin
Read this short biography of Stephen F. Austin, complete with links to primary documents involving the empresario known as "The Father of Texas."
Texas State Historical Association
Texas State Historical Association: John Henninger Reagan
A detailed biography of John Henninger Reagan. He became the leader of the Texas Democratic Party as well as the postmaster general of the Confederacy.
Other
Albert B. Alkek Library: The Wittliff Collections: J. Frank Dobie
A very detailed biography of James Frank Dobie, a Texas author and folklorist who lived from 1914-1964. There is also a lengthy description of the contents of the J. Frank Dobie Papers in the library's archives. (These papers are not...
US House of Representatives
History, Art, and Archives: Kathryn Ann Bailey (Kay) Hutchison
A detailed biography of Kay Bailey Hutchison, a United States Senator from Texas.
US House of Representatives
History, Art, and Archives: Barbara Charline Jordan 1936 1996
One of the first African-Americans elected from the Deep South and the first black Congresswoman ever from that region, read about how Barbara Jordan emerged as a powerful interpreter of the Watergate impeachment investigation.
Texas State Library and Archives Commission
Texas State Library and Archives Commission: Giants of Texas History
From the state of Texas, this page discusses notable Texans who were instrumental in the development of the state, along with links to their biographies.
Texas State Library and Archives Commission
Texas State Library and Archives Commission: Who Was Known as The...?
Who Was Known As the Father of Texas? Who Was Known As the Yellow Rose of Texas? This resource identifies a selection of famous people from Texas history, and provides a biography for each.
Other
Us House of Representatives: Congressman Lloyd Doggett
The official site for Lloyd Doggett from the House of Representatives gives his biography and current activities.
Other
American Historical Association: Walter Prescott Webb
Walter Prescott Webb was a Texas historian and author who lived from 1888-1963. This is the text of a speech he gave in 1958 to the American Historical Association, of which he was president, where he reflects back on his career and the...
Other
Humanities Texas: Texas Originals: Roy Bedichek
A biography of Texas writer and naturalist Roy Bedichek, who lived from 1878-1959. The text on this page is also available as an audio recording through a side link.
Lone Star Junction
Lone Star Junction: Notable Texans Before 1900
Lone Star Junction identifies an extensive list of high-profile Texans prior to 1900. A chart informs readers what general role in Texas history each person was involved in from Texas Revolution, Indian Wars, Civil War, and the...
National Institutes of Health
National Library of Medicine: Dr. Benjy Frances Brooks
A biography of Dr. Benjy Frances Brooks (1918-1998), the first female pediatric surgeon in Texas.
NASA
Nasa: Astronaut Biography: Walter Cunningham
A biography of Walter Cunningham, a NASA astronaut from Texas.
Other
Famous Texans: Quanah Parker
Read a brief biography about the Texas Comanche chief, Quanah Parker, and his contributions to the history of Texas.
Other
Famous Texans: Howard Hughes
Read about the life and work of Houston native, Howard Hughes, a famous Texan known for film and aviation.
Other
Comanche Lodge: Quanah Parker
This biography of famous Texan, Quanah Parker, tells the story of his life and the impact he made in Texas history.
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Celebrating Texas: Amado Pena, Artist [Pdf]
A biography of the artist Amado Pena, followed by review and critical thinking questions.
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Famous Texans: Kay Bailey Hutchison
A biography of Kay Bailey Hutchison, who was the first female Senator from Texas. Despite facing criminal indictment in 1993 over financial irregularities and other issues, she continued on in politics for a number of years afterwards.
Other
Women's International Center: Michael E. De Bakey, m.d
A biography of the pioneering physician and surgeon, Dr. Michael E. DeBakey. Includes a video of a speech where he is awarded a Congressional Gold Medal for his work.
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Humanities Texas: Texas Originals: Quanah Parker
A brief biography of Comanche chief, Quanah Parker, a notable Native American leader in Texas history.