Hardin Richard Runnels Politician

Hardin Richard Runnels (August 30, 1820 – December 25, 1873) was a U.S. political figure. Runnels served as the sixth Governor of Texas, for only one term, but notably was the only person to ever defeat Sam Houston in a political contest.

Personal facts

Birth dateAugust 30, 1820
Birth place
Mississippi
Date of deathDecember 25, 1873
Place of death
Bowie County Texas
Profession
Politician

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governor
officeLieutenant Governor of Texas
party
Democratic Party (United States)
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