Robert Neighbors
Robert Simpson Neighbors (November 3, 1815 – September 14, 1859) was an Indian agent and Texas state legislator. Known as a fair and determined protector of Indian interests as guaranteed by treaty, he was murdered for his beliefs by a Texan who disagreed with giving any rights to the Comanches.
Read more about Robert Neighbors: Early Life, Immigration To Texas, Capture By General Adrian Woll, Indian Agent and The Field System, Adoption By The Comanche, Neighbors Expedition, Return As An Indian Agent, Death, Personal Life
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