James Bowie (/ ˈbuːi / BOO-ee[1][2][3]) [a] (April 10, 1796 – March 6, 1836) was an American military officer, landowner and slave trader who played a prominent role in the Texas …

James Bowie (born 1796?, Logan County, Ky., U.S.—died March 6, 1836, San Antonio, Texas) was a popular hero of the Texas Revolution (1835–36) who is mainly remembered for his part …

James “Jim” Bowie was a frontiersman, explorer, and pioneer, who played a prominent role in the Texas Revolution, culminating in his death at the Battle of the Alamo.

One name forever linked to the Battle of the Alamo is James Bowie. Although not yet a household name like “Crockett” at the time of the battle, Bowie and his exploits had gained renown in …

James "Jim" Bowie (April 10, 1796 – March 6, 1836) was a nineteenth century American pioneer and soldier who took a prominent part in the Texas Revolution and was killed at the Battle of …

A land speculator and soldier, Jim Bowie (1796-1836) personified the type of adventurer who inhabited the U.S.-Mexican borderlands in the early nineteenth century.

May 9, 2021 · James "Jim" Bowie (c. 1796—March 6, 1836) was an American frontiersman, trader of enslaved people, smuggler, settler, and soldier in the Texas Revolution. He was …

Rezin and James Bowie answered the call and traveled to New Orleans, arriving after the British defeat at Chalmette, below the city. His military career cut short, Bowie established himself in …

Mar 24, 2017 · Explore the fascinating life of James Bowie, from his early years in Kentucky to his pivotal role in the Texas Revolution and the legendary Battle of the Alamo.

Apr 2, 2014 · Jim Bowie was a fighter in Texas Revolution who died during the defense of the Alamo. He became an American folk hero and the "Bowie Knife" is named after him.