Peter Hansborough Bell (May 12, 1812 – March 8, 1898) was the 3rd Governor of Texas from 1849 to 1853.
He also served two terms as a United States Representative from Texas' 2nd Congressional District.
Bell County is named in his honor. There is a Peter Bell statue at the county courthouse in Belton, Texas, near Temple.
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Date of birth:
- May 12, 1812
Date of death:
- Mar 8, 1898 (age 85 years)
