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“Each of us, having received several hundred dollars, we passed the time gloriously, spending our money freely - never thinking that our lives were risked gaining it.”

Quote by Kit Carson

Book:Kit Carson's Own Story of His Life

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Kit Carson's Own Story of His Life

This book offers an account of Kit Carson's life, detailing his experiences as a trapper, guide, and explorer in the American West. more

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Kit Carson, a legendary figure in American history, was a trapper and explorer. Born on December 24, 1809, and died on May 23, 1868. He is known for his skills as a leatherworker and his adventurous activities in the American West. Kit Carson participated in the Mexican-American War and assisted explorer John F. Clark in completing the first overland expedition to the American Southwest. more

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