Record #:

14003

Author(s):

Norris, Jeannie Faris

Abstract:

Robert Potter's venal, violent, and vindictive temperament ruined what could have been a brilliant career. Lack of self-discipline caused his downfall and assassination. He was once Texan Secretary of the Navy during the Texan Revolution.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 18 Issue 48, Apr 1951, p9, 40

Subject(s):

Potter, Robert, 1800-1842