Historical Events tagged with "frontiersmen"
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Hugh Glass Mauled by Grizzly Bear
Hugh Glass, an American fur trapper, was severely injured after being attacked by a grizzly bear while on an expedition in South Dakota. The encounter occurred when Glass stumbled upon a mother bear and her cubs, leading to a dramatic confrontation. Left for dead by his expedition team, Glass would later embark on an extraordinary journey for survival across the wilderness.
Continue ReadingBattle of Blue Licks: Final Engagement of the War
The Battle of Blue Licks marked the last significant conflict of the American Revolutionary War, occurring almost ten months after the pivotal Siege of Yorktown. The battle took place near the Blue Licks ford in present-day Kentucky. A force of American frontiersmen engaged with British-allied Native American warriors, resulting in a notable defeat for the Americans. Despite being a remnant of the larger conflict, local tensions and conflicts persisted, showcasing the ongoing struggles of settlement and sovereignty in the region.
Continue ReadingMilitia Victory at the Battle of Kings Mountain
The Battle of Kings Mountain was a pivotal conflict in the Southern theater of the American Revolutionary War, fought between American militia forces and Loyalist irregulars. Led by British major Patrick Ferguson, the Loyalists aimed to quash resistance in the region. The American forces, composed mainly of frontiersmen from various states, engaged Ferguson's troops on October 7 in South Carolina's mountainous terrain. The battle ended in a significant victory for the patriots, which boosted morale and unity among the colonial forces in the South.
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