Who Was Davy Crockett?
Davy Crockett, the King of the Wild Frontier, is a legendary figure. Rumored to have slain his first bear at the tender age of three, his smile alone claimed another victim. He famously skinned a bear by cleverly trapping it between two trees. Discover the truth behind the tales of this celebrated folk hero, who had a passion for bear hunting, served as a congressman for Tennessee, and met his tragic end at the Alamo.
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Davy Crockett the King of the Wild Frontier is a legendary figure, known for his incredible feats. It is believed that he accomplished extraordinary acts from a very young age. Supposedly, at the tender age of three, he managed to slay his first bear. Astoundingly, it is said that his smile alone caused the demise of yet another bear. Furthermore, he purportedly demonstrated his exceptional hunting skills by skillfully skinning a bear by coaxing it to race between two trees. However, it remains uncertain whether these accounts are based on facts or merely fictional tales.
If you are curious to uncover the truth behind the legendary figure, delve into the real story of this folk hero. Discover how he truly adored hunting bears, served as a congressman for Tennessee, and valiantly fought and met his demise at the Alamo.
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Grade: Grade 3-Grade 7
Brand: Grosset & Dunlap
Publisher Date: 10/03/2013
Author: Gail Herman, Robert Squier(Illustrator) & Nancy Harrison(Illustrator)
Dimensions: 7.63 x 5.31
UPC: 9780448467047
Ages: 8-12
Pages: 112
