The three men who served as presidents of the Republic of Texas are:
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Sam Houston - He served as president from 1836 to 1838 and again from 1841 to 1842. He was a prominent leader in the fight for Texas independence and is a significant figure in Texas history.
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Martin Van Buren - While he did not serve as president of the Republic of Texas, he did serve as the 8th President of the United States. The correct information should mention Mirabeau B. Lamar, who served as president from 1838 to 1841. Lamar is known for his efforts to promote education and his expansionist policies.
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Andrew Jackson - He also did not serve as president of the Republic of Texas; however, another important president of the Republic of Texas is David G. Burnet, who served as the interim president in 1836.
To summarize, the three recognized presidents of the Republic of Texas are:
- Sam Houston
- Mirabeau B. Lamar
- David G. Burnet (interim)
This should clarify the leadership during the early years of Texas's independence.