Early American folk hero who fought skillfully with knives and helped Texas to gain its independence.
Before Fame
He enlisted in the Louisiana militia after the start of the War of 1812 against the British.
Trivia
The Bowie knife is named in his honor.
Family Life
He married the daughter of the Mexican vice governor, Ursula Veramendi.
Associated With
He helped to defend the Alamo alongside fellow folk hero, Davy Crockett.
