Original edition published as: Davy Crockett: Defender of the Alamo in 1996. Includes bibliographical references (p. 47) and index.
Contents:
Victory or death! -- A frontier childhood -- Campaigning with General Jackson -- A fresh start -- A most unusual politician -- A bear hunter runs for Congress -- "I can walk like an ox, run like a fox" -- Wins and losses -- "Be always sure you're right".
Summary:
Explores the life of Davy Crockett, including his childhood on the frontier, his time as a scout and soldier, his political career, and his last heroic moments defending the Alamo.
Series:
Courageous heroes of the American West Sanford, William R. (William Reynolds), 1927- Courageous heroes of the American West.
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