Samuel Kemper
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Samuel Kemper (?-1814) was an American adventurer and filibuster. He was born in Fauquier County, Virginia. He was involved in the 1804 rebellion in West Florida. He later participated in the 1812-13 Gutiérrez-Magee Expedition into Spanish Texas, became commander of the American contingent, and was involved in the capture of San Antonio. He eventually withdrew from the expedition, and died at St. Francisville in 1814.
[edit] See also
- Battle of Medina
- Reuben Kemper, his brother
[edit] External links
- Samuel Kemper from the Handbook of Texas Online
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