Thomas rusk biography

Texas military figure and politician (1803–1857)

"Senator Rusk" redirects here. For the Maryland State Senate member, see Harry Welles Rusk.

Thomas Jefferson Rusk
In office March 14, 1857 – July 29, 1857
Preceded by	James M. Mason
Succeeded by	Benjamin Fitzpatrick
In office February 21, 1846 – July 29, 1857
Preceded by	Position established
Succeeded by	James P. Henderson
In office 1837–1838
Preceded by	John Kirby Allen
Succeeded by	David S. Kaufman
In office March 17, 1836 – November 13, 1837
Preceded by	Position established
Succeeded by	William S. Fisher
Born	(1803-12-05)December 5, 1803 Pendleton, South Carolina, US
Died	July 29, 1857(1857-07-29) (aged 53) Nacogdoches, Texas, US
Cause of death	Suicide by gunshot
Spouse	Mary Frances "Polly" Cleveland Rusk
Profession	Politician, lawyer, judge

Thomas Jefferson Rusk (Dece