biography

A biography of the famous Tennessee frontiersman and politician who died at the Battle of the Alamo.

A childhood biography of the Pennsylvania German woman who became a Revolutionary War heroine when she carried water to American soldiers and even fired a cannon herself during the Battle of Monmouth.

Describes the life of pioneer Daniel Boone as he guides settlers to frontier America and they learn to live side by side with the Indians in Kentucky. Also contains instructions on how to draw pioneer people and Indians, a Conestoga wagon, a log cabin, and a canoe.

A biography of the American lawyer and poet who wrote the Star-Spangled Banner which became our national anthem.

Recounts the story of the American patriot who rode from Boston to Lexington to warn his fellow citizens that the British were coming.

A biography of two cousins, one a leader in the American Revolution, the other the second President of the United States.

Describes the work of the early women homesteaders and presents brief biographies of several women prominent in Western history, including Sacajawea, Annie Oakley, and Narcissa Whitman.

A brief biography of the southern plantation owner and general whose knowledge of the swamps helped keep the Revolution alive in the South.

A brief biography of the frontiersman whose many careers during a lifetime of ups and downs included Pony Express rider, Indian fighter, scout, and star of the Wild West Show.

A biography of the legendary hero of the American frontier, emphasizing his skill as a woodsman, exploration of the Cumberland Gap, and relationship with native Americans.