02208cam a22003253u 4500 58797 UtSlPG 20260610134344.0 m cr n 260607r2019||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 11028336 UtSlPG en iso639-1 F396 Allen, Charles Fletcher, 1849-1914 David Crockett Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2019 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2019-01-31 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.) Original publication data not identified Crockett, Davy, 1786-1836 McKernan, Frank, 1861-1934 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/58797 99624 99624