Crockett, David
soldier, congressman, pioneer, author, poet, was born Aug. 17, 1786, in Limestone, Tenn. He is a noted hunter and pioneer who enlisted in the Texan army in the revolt against Mexico, and was slain in the massacre at the Alamo, in San Antonio. He served as a member of the Tennessee legislature; and served as a member of congress during 1827-31, and 1833-35. He was the author of Tour to the North and Down East; Life of David Crockett, by Himself (1834); Colonel Crockett's Exploits in Texas; Life of Martin Van Buren, Heir Apparent; and Leisure Hour Musings in Rhyme.