1. United States pioneer and hero of the Texas revolt against Mexico; he shared command of the garrison that resisted the Mexican attack on the Alamo where he died (1796-1836)
   - Bowie, James Bowie

Type of: pioneer

Encyclopedia: Jim Bowie

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