Francis Henry Buzzacott

American hunter and explorer, Buzzacott's Masterpiece author

Francis Henry Buzzacott - American hunter and explorer, Buzzacott's Masterpiece author
Born

December 25th, 1861
163 years ago

Died

1947
78 years ago — 86 years old

Category

Explorers & Adventurers

Country

United States

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Born in 1861, a hunter and explorer pursued a career as an army scout and contributed to exploration in the late 19th century. Achievements included the publication of 'Buzzacott's Masterpiece', which detailed personal experiences and observations from expeditions. Engaged in various scouting missions during a time of expanding frontiers, participated in efforts that highlighted the landscapes and challenges faced in the American wilderness. His writings contributed to the understanding of life in the wild and provided insights into the era's adventures.

Authored 'Buzzacott's Masterpiece'

Served as an army scout

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