Branch Tanner Archer (1790–1856)

Texan revolutionist, born in Virginia in 1790; died in Brazoria County, TX, on the 22nd of September 1856. For many years he was a practicing physician in his native state, and several times a member of the legislature. He removed to Texas in 1831; became active in the movements preliminary to the revolution; was a member of the first Texan congress, and later went to Washington, where he became speaker of the House of Representatives, and Secretary of War from 1839 to 1842.