Remembering Jim Bridger

American West

When we think of the early settlers of the American West, invariably our minds conjure up the image of intrepid “mountain men” who crossed the Rocky Mountains, battling the elements, fought with...

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Remembering Daniel Boone

American West, Revolutionary War Era

One of the most famous trailblazers in American history was Daniel Boone, born this day 290 years ago on November 2, 1734.  He was born into a family of Quakers, and was raised initially in...

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