David Crockett
Allen, Charles Fletcher, 1849-1914
David Crockett - 1 online resource : multiple file formats
Release date is 2019-01-31
Produced by Donald Cummings, from images generously made
available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries. Produced by Donald Cummings, from images generously made
available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.
"David Crockett: Scout, Small Boy, Pilgrim, Mountaineer, Soldier, Bear-Hunter, and Congressman" by Charles Fletcher Allen is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work sheds light on the life of the legendary American folk hero David Crockett, focusing on his multifaceted persona as a frontiersman, soldier, and politician. The book aims to separate myth from fact, providing a detailed exploration of Crockett's adventures and contributions, particularly to American history and culture. The opening of the narrative introduces readers to Crockett's family background, noting his Irish heritage and the challenges faced by his ancestors. Born in Tennessee, the young Crockett is depicted amidst a backdrop of frontier life, filled with struggles against Native American raids and the wilderness. The text highlights his early experiences, such as his love for hunting and the outdoors, along with his aspirations that propell him toward a life of adventure. This section establishes Crockett's formative years in a rugged environment, setting the stage for his legendary exploits and contributions to American identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
11028336
Crockett, Davy, 1786-1836
F396
David Crockett - 1 online resource : multiple file formats
Release date is 2019-01-31
Produced by Donald Cummings, from images generously made
available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries. Produced by Donald Cummings, from images generously made
available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.
"David Crockett: Scout, Small Boy, Pilgrim, Mountaineer, Soldier, Bear-Hunter, and Congressman" by Charles Fletcher Allen is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work sheds light on the life of the legendary American folk hero David Crockett, focusing on his multifaceted persona as a frontiersman, soldier, and politician. The book aims to separate myth from fact, providing a detailed exploration of Crockett's adventures and contributions, particularly to American history and culture. The opening of the narrative introduces readers to Crockett's family background, noting his Irish heritage and the challenges faced by his ancestors. Born in Tennessee, the young Crockett is depicted amidst a backdrop of frontier life, filled with struggles against Native American raids and the wilderness. The text highlights his early experiences, such as his love for hunting and the outdoors, along with his aspirations that propell him toward a life of adventure. This section establishes Crockett's formative years in a rugged environment, setting the stage for his legendary exploits and contributions to American identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
11028336
Crockett, Davy, 1786-1836
F396