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Besides being a pioneer, what was another occupation of James Bowie?

  • Blacksmith

  • Slave smuggler and trader

  • Lawyer

  • Physician

Answer

James Bowie was a pioneer who also worked as a slave smuggler and trader. He was born in Kentucky in 1796 and died in Texas in 1836. He fought in the Texas Revolution and was killed at the Battle of the Alamo. Bowie was a controversial figure who has been praised for his role in the Texas Revolution and condemned for his involvement in the slave trade.
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