Notable black figures in the early days of Texas: Peter Allen -- Free man, Texas Revolution flutist Hendrick Arnold -- Texas Revolution scout and spy Dick the Drummer -- Musician for Texas forces at Battle of San Jacinto William Goyens -- Successful businessman, peacekeeper Kiamatta Long, "Kian" -- Slave,, personal maid for Jane Long Greenbury Logan -- Texas Revolution soldier |
| Texas Black History Preservation Project Documenting the Complete African American Experience in Texas www.tbhpp.org |