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William Barret Travis (1809-1836)

William Barret Travis (1809-1836). By: Kate- Lynn Harmon. Early Life. Date Birth: August 1 , 1809. Place of Birth: South Carolina. Death: March 6, 1836. Siblings: 11 brothers and sisters combined.(he was the oldest) . Early Life.

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William Barret Travis (1809-1836)

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  1. William Barret Travis(1809-1836) By: Kate- Lynn Harmon

  2. Early Life • Date Birth: August 1 , 1809. • Place of Birth: South Carolina. • Death: March 6, 1836. • Siblings: 11 brothers and sisters combined.(he was the oldest)

  3. Early Life • Education: Went to an academy in Sparta until he learned all that was taught there; then moved to another school and become an instructor to younger kids..thenhe became a well known lawyer. • Physical Characteristics: Outstanding looking man, great leader, tall, fit, smart, and mature beyond his age. • Childhood Information: Worked on the family farm, attended school, and church, played with local kids.

  4. Adulthood • Wife: Rosanna- divorced Travis • Children: Susan and William • Career: Practiced Law, but early years he was a school educator

  5. Role During The Texas Revolution • What key parts did he play during the Texas Revolution? He was a leader, alone side of Davy Crockett. Travis was a great leader. Everybody knew that Travis knew what he was talking about. But his greatest contribution in the battle was his bravery. “ I am determined to sustain myself for as long as possible, and die like a soldier who never forgets what is due to his own honor and that of his country.”-W.B.T. “True courage is completing the things you say while cowardice is just saying the things you wish to complete.”-W.B.T.

  6. Final Years • When and where did he die? At the Alamo, during the battle • How did he die? Suicide. Shot himself right between the eyes.

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