Col. Juan N. Seguin
As seen through the eyes, mind and hands of
Eric Christianson
of Bulverde Texas
The following is the brochure that was developed and distributed by
The Juan N. Seguin Project Commitee:
The model on the original brochure was developed, designed and created by
Linda Sioux Henley
Sinapau Studio
Helotes, TX
(permission granted by Linda Sioux Henley to use her design for display on the brochure
Historical Narrative
The Colonel was a native Born Texan as was his father and his father before him. Many events in the lives of Juan Seguin and of his father
Erasmo Seguin led to the struggle for the eventual independence of our beautiful and great state of Texas as we Know it today. The Seguin/
Flores/Carvajal Families were hard working and peaceful people. They believed in freedoms that we enjoy today and freedoms we so often
take for granted.
They were people who were fair-minded and regarded their families, friends and fellow countrymen in all their actions. They did not like nor
tolerate injustices. Yes, even back then they fought for basic human rights for all native Texans and citizens to be of Texas; thus, they were not
willing to step aside at the risk of personal ridicule, danger or threats of death. Col. Juan N. Seguin, was one of the most gallant of all heroes of
the Texas War for Independence. Early on he sensed the threat of tyranny when the Mexican Constitution of 1824 was disregarded which, among
other stipulations, granted all citizens and subjects of Mexico their basic human rights.
In 1835, Juan N. Seguin sought to convene the first revolutionary meeting in protest of the devastating demands and actions of Santa Anna's
government. Juan Seguin was the first to sound the alarm of impending danger to the way of life and liberty that Texans had all enjoyed up to
that point in time. He was a son, husband, father, statesman, veteran commander of many battles. He was a scholar, the savior of San Antonio,
Texas and namesake of the city of Seguin, Texas.
Col. Juan N. Seguin was and is a legendary figure as a leader in the Texas Revolution. He was and is an unsung hero of Texas - a legendary figure
who has seldom been given credit for his and his family's contributions in helping in the evolution of Texas.
The Need to Honor Juan N. Seguin
The History of Texas has often been told without a full representation of the contributions of Tejanos and the risks they faced. During the fight
for independence, both Anglos and Tejanos fought equally hard against the tyranny of Santa Anna, who was openly violating the Mexican
Constitution of 1824. However, if the fight for independence had been unsuccessful, most of the Anglos could have returned to the United
State without further risk. The Tejanos, on the other hand, would have been subjected to loss of property at best or, most likely, loss of life
A statue of Juan Seguin will be erected at Central Park in downtown Seguin to celebrate his contributions and to preserve his memory.
Testimonials
Remembering our past is always so important as we develop our future. Preserving the heritage and the heroism of Col. Juan N. Seguin - a true
Texas patriot in the fight for Texas Independence - will proudly serve as a constant reminder to all citizens of Seguin of our namesake and his role
in our history. I truly commend the Juan Seguin Memorial Committee for pursuing the funding of a Juan Seguin statue through a private
citizens fund raising effort.
Mark Stautzenberger
Mayor of Seguin
.Juan Seguin's courage and dedication to Texas Independence should be remembered and appreciated by every Texan. A statue of the early
Texas hero will allow us to express appreciation now and for generations to come.
Jim Price
Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce
Those of us who are citizens of Seguin should always feel the pride to live a community named after the one true hero of Texas Independence.
May we always revere Juan Seguin for his contributions to the great State of Texas.
Jame E. Sagebiel
County Judge, Guadalupe County
Juan Seguin was a true hero. His story is an epic of human compassion, unquestionable valor, fairness and loyalty to all.
Mary Louise Gonzales
President, Seguin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Juan Seguin was first and foremost a native Texan. He fought, as mayor of San Antonio, and as a senator to the Republic of Texas for democracy.
As a warrior, he fought against oppression and for peace. Juan Seguin's legacy has been truly Texan, truly American.
John Gesick
Chairman, Guadalupe County Historical Commission
Mission Statement
The Juan Seguin Memorial Committee is asked to identify, research, and present public recognition of the accomplishment of Juan Seguin to
the Republic of Texas through statehood to independence. The mission will specifically focus on Juan Seguin as a person working for
the betterment of all caring for individual rights.
Vision Statement
The Juan Seguin Memorial Committee is dedicated to honoring the accomplishments of Juan N. Seguin to the independence of Texas from the
period of settlement through statehood. A Juan Seguin memorial statue will serve as a regional focal point in establishing this recognition.
Giving Information
The name of all donors giving $500 or more will be placed on a plaque at the base of the statue .
Checks should be made payable to: The Juan Seguin Project.
Mailed to: 1511 Eastridge Parkway
Seguin, TX, 78155
Committee Members
Sam Flores, President
Jeep Kiel, Vice-President
John Taylor, Secretary
Ed Gotthardt, Treasurer
Virginia Woods, Historian
Mary Louise Gonzales
Louis R. Ramirez, Sr.
John Gesick
Gene Moreno
SEGUIN FAMILY REPRESENTATIVES
Albert Seguin Gonzales
Juries Anne Seguin
DRIVE CHAIRMAN
Edmund Kuempel
Juan Seguin Project
1511 Eastridge Parkway
Seguin, TX 78155
