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Davy Crockett

Davy Crockett (August 17, 1786 - March 6, 1836) was an American pioneer and folk hero. He was highly opposed to the Indian Removal Act, and very publicly voiced his opinions. He later died while fighting in the Battle of the Alamo.

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What type of outfit did Davy Crockett wear at the Alamo?

Davy Crockett wore a coon-skin hat, a hat madde of raccoon fur. Traditionaly, the raccoon's skeleton would be used to support the hat's structure.

Why is Davy Crockett against Indian removal?

In 1830 the Congress of the United States passed the "Indian Removal Act." Although many Americans were against the act, most notably Tennessee Congressman Davy Crockett, it passed anyway.

Was Davy Crockett executed at the Alamo?

No, Davy Crockett Died on March 6 1836 at the Alamo with other defenders.

How did Davy Crockett contribute to the battler of the Alamo?

Davy Crockett arrived from Tennessee to help with Texas's Revolution in 1836. He fought in the battle at the Alamo and died there. The mission itself was built by the Catholic Church to minister to the San Antonio area. What's left of it is an attraction in downtown San Antonio today.

Who is davy Crockett marriage?

Davy Crockett was married twice, once to Polly Finley, then after her death to Elizabeth Patton.

Was Davy Crockett a slave?

No-Davy Crockett never owned a slave. In fact, he was a slave himself for several years, but escaped as a teenager. Davy Crockett was a very poor man his whole life, but he was also a very humane, thoughtful and caring man too.

How did Davy Crockett impact other people lives?

He didn't .Crockett was a self promoting person who was a scoundrel . He was a juvenile delinquent, wife deserter, braggart, and poor shot. He surrendered at the Alamo.

What inspired Davy Crockett?

His motivations are mostly a topic of conjecture. (He isn't alive to tell.) What motivates a man into action isn't always spoken about or told to others. We have only the 'stories', 'tales' and lore passed down to make any kind of assessment as to his motivations. Read them and draw your own conclusion then compare to other conclusions reached by the masses. That is as close as one can get to knowing the 'mind' of another.

Who was Davy Crockett's second wife?

The name of his wife is Mary Polly Finley.

How Davy Crockett help people?

He was in the state government in Tennessee, but at one point was not re-elected. He liked the idea of the possible freedom and independence that Texas offered. He soon packed his bags. His last words in Tennessee to the people were... "You may all go to hell, I'm goin' to Texas."

What state was David Crockett born?

Davey Crockett was born in Greene County, Tennessee, United States.

Did Davy Crockett have sisters or brothers?

Davy Crockett had five children their names are Osman, Garrett, Austin, Brantly, and Juan Crockett.

When did Davy Crochet live?

Did you mean Davy Crockett? August 17, 1786 - March 6, 1836

Was davy Crockett in the creek Indian war?

why yes he was, he was actually the general of the american army during the creek war.

How many children did Davy Crockett have?

David Crockett had two sons and a daughter from his marriage to Polly Finley; John Wesley (Congressman), William, and Margaret. David remarried after Polly's death to Elizabeth Patton, and had three children; Robert, Rebeckah and Matilda.

Alan Johnson

Florida

omg davy Crockett is good. he was a good politition, he had two sons and a daughter hope i helped :D

the information ^ up there is mostly correct but David and Elizabeth had 5 children Robert, Rebecca, Matilda, Margarett, George but i think they died when they died

Why was davy crocket so important?

he was in the Alamo but he died. without him Texans might have lost hope

and he wore a coon hat

Which song is on B-side of Bill Hayes' hit Ballad of Davy Crockett?

"Farewell" on 78RPM, "Since I Fell For You" on LP, 7-Inch/45RMP &!@-Inch Vinyl