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Jim Bowie designed a large knife from a broken sword. Any large knife of this style is known as a "Bowie knife". He was one of the volunteers who died at the Alamo in San Antonio, TX during the struggle for Texas's independance.

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Who was a famous knife fighter in the Battle of the Alamo?

James Bowie


What is James bowie famous for?

James Bowie is *famous* 4 fighting at the Battle of the Alamo and 4 introducing the Bowie knife (his brother actually created it).


What was Jim Bowie's famous quote?

"Keep under cover boys and reserve your fire; we haven't a man to spare." This was said at the fight at the Alamo. He was most famous for the "Bowie knife."


Did bowie have a knife?

Yes, he was made famous by the killing of a sheriff of Rapides Parish with a large knife, and became his trademark weapon of choice. he used this knife in the battle of the Alamo even on his deathbed. Bowie knifes are basically HIS knifes that are based upon his design.


Why is James Bonham famous?

he is famous because he fought in the Alamo and was a messenger for the Alamo


Who invented the Booie Knife?

It's spelled Bowie, and it is was the legendary knife used by James Bowie at his famous duel against Norris Wright and later at the Battle of the Alamo. Subsequent knives that followed Bowie's model were named after him, as they are today.


What is the Alamo most famous for?

It is famous as the site of the Battle of the Alamo in the Texas war for Independence against Mexico.


Did James bowie take the bowie knife to the Battle of the Alamo?

yes


What is a famous mission?

alamo


In Louisiana who invented a wicked looking knife bearing his name?

Jim Bowie, who died at the Alamo, gave his name to the Bowie knife.


What famous battle was in 1836?

Alamo


Where is a famous place in Texas?

The Alamo.