Jim Bowie, Part Two

Come and Take It

English - December 01, 2014 06:00 - 21 minutes - 24.2 MB - ★★★★★ - 144 ratings
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In 1828, Jim Bowie left behind his controversial life in Louisiana to start again in Texas, hoping to find his fortune. He found adventure, prosperity, and heartbreak as well. Most significantly, he found his ultimate fate and fame as one of the doomed defenders of the Alamo. This week we continue our look at the life and death of adventurer, rogue, and Texas icon Jim Bowie.