Mary Brown Austin

Mary Brown Austin (1768–1824) had dramatic influence on early Texas history.

[1] As such, Mary Brown Austin had a significant role in the shaping and development of Texas.

[2] Her father had significant real estate holdings related to iron mining and smelting.

[1] After the death of her mother, Abia asked Benjamin Fuller to board Mary and one of her sisters.

[1] Stephen F. Austin's middle name is credited to his great uncle, Benjamin Fuller.