Ira Westover

Ira Westover
Ira Westover
Birth name	Ira J. Westover
Born	c. 1795; Massachusetts
Died	March 27, 1836 (aged 40–41); Goliad, Texas
Allegiance	Republic of Texas
Service/branch	Texian Army
Years of service	1835-1836
Rank	Captain
Battles/wars	Battle of Lipantitlán
Other work	Goliad Massacre

Ira J. Westover (c. 1795 – March 27, 1836) was an officer in the Texian Army who served in the Texas Revolution, leading a force of Texian riflemen during the Battle of Lipantitlán. He and his adopted son were killed in the Goliad Massacre.^[1]

Early life

Ira Westover was born in Massachusetts.

Texas Revolution

Westover was recognized for his talent, as he led a successful battle in the Battle of Lipantitlán. Although he died in the Goliad Massacre along with his adopted son.

Death

References

^ "Ira J. Westover". Handbook of Texas. Archived from the original on June 17, 2010.

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[1] "Ira J. Westover". Handbook of Texas. Archived from the original on June 17, 2010.

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