Publisher: Eakin Press (August 24, 2015)
Format: PDF / Kindle / ePub
Size: 6.5 MB
Downloadable formats: PDF
one of many many mythical heroes of the struggle for Texas Independence, James Butler Bonham used to be a legal professional by way of career who grew up in South Carolina. He left his legislation perform and became to a stint within the army as captain of a Charleston, S.C., artillery corporation. In 1835 he led a rally for aid of the Texan struggle for independence and raised an organization of volunteers to struggle in Texas. it truly is believed he traveled to the Alamo with James Bowie, the place either males could turn into mythical figures in Texas heritage. Bonham used to be despatched by way of the commander of the Alamo, Colonel William Travis to discover reinforcements for the Alamo at Goliad. while none have been to be came across he elected to come back to the Alamo the place he died besides the remainder of the Alamo defenders. Jean Flynn presents a biography for more youthful readers telling his tale and the way he earned his position in Texas heritage.