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The American West: Things We Get Wrong About Davy Crockett
What have historians gotten wrong about Davy Crockett? Almost everything, including: what to call him, his size, his work ethic, he abandoned his family, and he kept a journal. They were right, however, about his choice of hat.
William GronemanDecember 08, 2024
The American West: A Wink to Davy Crockett’s Vest
Davy Crockett’s buckskin vest on display at The Alamo is of special interest to visitors because it's something he wore. But no one really knows if the garment was actually Crockett's. But that hasn't stopped them from promoting it.
William GronemanNovember 16, 2024
The American West: The Many Ways James Bowie Died At The Alamo
James Bowie either died: as a murder victim; a suicide; a battle casualty; or of sadistic torture. He may have died fighting from his sickbed; died helplessly in his sickbed; or died of illness before Mexican soldiers did the job. He may have been killed by swords, bayonets, gunfire, or fire.
William GronemanOctober 26, 2024
