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David was born. He was the fifth son.
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A Red Stick raid surprised the guards at Fort Mims. Over five hundred women, men, and children died that day.
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Davy Crockett married Elizabeth Patton.
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Davy launched a campaign for the state legislature.
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Davy decided to run for president, he lost by 267 votes.
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Davy's career in congress nearly ended before it began. During his trip to Washington, he fell ill with a fever. A doctor treated him by bleeding him. When he did reach the capitol he got the fever again.
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The voters gave Davy a secound term. His victory did not please the Jackson camp. If the land bill became law, Davy would be a bigger hero than ever.
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Americans loved his tall tales, they half believed them. With Thomas Chilton's help, Davy wrote his life story. The book retold Davy's adventures and blasted his foes.
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Inside Alamo, old mission-turned-fortress, weary Texans check their guns. They have been under siege for twelve long, bloody days.
