The leading war hawks were a. decatur and pinckney. c. clay and tecumseh. b. clay and calhoun. d. calhoun and harrison.

The term War Hawk usually refers to individuals who are not only in favor of military action but actively promote active involvement by the military in a conflict. Two of the most notable War Hawks of the 19th century were Henry Clay (Kentucky) and John C. Calhoun (South Carolina).

sam houston basically made tx he fought for anrew lead troops in the battle of san jacinto and then became president and james polk