How Many Presidents Did the Republic of Texas Have?

The Republic of Texas had a total of four presidents during its existence from 1836 to 1845. These presidents were:

  • David G. Burnet (Interim President, 1836)
  • Sam Houston (1836-1838, 1841-1844)
  • Mirabeau B. Lamar (1838-1841)
  • Anson Jones (1844-1845)

Sam Houston served two non-consecutive terms, making him the only president to do so. The Republic of Texas eventually joined the United States in 1845, becoming the 28th state.

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