Who served as Alcalde of San Antonio and fought in the Texas Revolution?

• A. Stephen F. Austin
• B. George Childress
• C. Lorenzo de Zavala
• D. Juan Seguin

Answer: (D)

A Tejano leader who both governed a key city and fought for Texas independence fits this description. Juan Seguín was a prominent figure who served as Alcalde of San Antonio and led Tejano volunteers in the Texas Revolution, showing his role in both local government and military action for Texas. This combination sets him apart from the others, who are known for different contributions: Stephen F. Austin is famous for founding Anglo settlements in Texas, George Childress wrote the Texas Declaration of Independence, and Lorenzo de Zavala was a political leader elsewhere in the Texas Republic. So, Seguín’s dual role as mayor and soldier makes him the best match.