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Davy Crockett: Young Rifleman - The Childhood of a Famous American

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Davy Crockett: Young Rifleman (Childhood of Famous Americans)

by Aileen Wells Parks

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1999 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
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Print length	:	195 pages

Davy Crockett was born on August 17, 1786, in Limestone, Tennessee. He was the fifth of nine children born to John and Rebecca Crockett. His father was a farmer and a hunter, and he taught Davy how to shoot and hunt at a young age.

Davy was a natural marksman, and he quickly became known for his skill with a rifle. He also had a strong sense of adventure, and he loved to explore the wilderness. As a young man, he spent many days hunting and trapping in the Cumberland Mountains.

In 1813, Crockett joined the Tennessee militia and fought in the War of 1812. He was a brave and skilled soldier, and he quickly rose through the ranks. By the end of the war, he had been promoted to the rank of captain.

After the war, Crockett returned to Tennessee and continued to hunt and trap. He also became involved in politics, and he was elected to the Tennessee state legislature in 1821. Crockett served in the legislature for four years, and he was a vocal advocate for the rights of frontiersmen.

In 1826, Crockett was elected to the U.S. Congress. He served in Congress for two terms, and he was a strong supporter of President Andrew Jackson. Crockett was also a vocal opponent of the Indian Removal Act, which forced Native Americans to leave their land in the East and move to the West.

In 1836, Crockett resigned from Congress and joined the Texas Revolution. He fought bravely at the Alamo, but he was killed in the battle on March 6, 1836. Crockett's death made him a martyr to the cause of Texan independence, and he remains one of the most popular figures in American history.

Davy Crockett: Young Rifleman is a fascinating book that tells the story of this legendary frontiersman and folk hero. From his humble beginnings in Tennessee to his heroic exploits at the Alamo, this book provides a captivating glimpse into the life of one of America's most iconic figures.