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After being released from slavery, James Pierson Beckwourth made his living as a fur trapper. He eventually discovered the Beckwourth Pass, which allowed people to travel through the Sierra Nevada mountains on their way to California for the Gold Rush.
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What did James p beckwourth accomplish?
Many things, some of which are. Finding a better pass to cross near Reno,NV. Called the Beckwourth Pass. He was chief scout for John C. Fremont, Marysville,CA. hired him to bring settlers to their town. He had a trading post called it "Pueblo" Now the town of Pueblo we all know. Named another town after him in California, "Beckwourth". He became a war chief for the Crow. Incidentally the same people that killed him. A lot more had he accomplished, good or bad, but was a big name back then, probably bigger than the other mountain men just not recognized because of his race. The name mountain man came about at the same time of his era. Most likely people gave that new name to him, and all who were similar to his adventures.
Why was James W Marshall famous?
he is famous because he discovered gold.
What is James Baldwin famous for?
because he helped fuel the civil rights movement
For what reasons was john p Parker famous?
John P. Parker was famous because he was an African-American abolitionist, an industrialist, an iron molder, and an inventor. He was a vital part of the Underground Railroad for fifteen years, saving fugitive slaves and recruiting some to fight for the Union in the Civil War.
Who is James Hayes?
James P. Hayes served as a member of the New York State Assembly from the 148th district from January 1999 to September 2011. He currently resides in Amherst, New York.
How many siblings did James Beckwourth have?
james beckwourth had 3 children
Where did James Beckwourth go in Utah?
James P Beckwourth was a black who explored Utah. He started as a slave, but was known as a trader, a guide, a slave, a war chief, a traveler, but most of all a gaudy liar.
Why was James Beckwourth description of the Great Plains so important?
Who is James Beckwourth??? And then I'll answer your qeustion.
Who was the western fur trader that found a northern California mountain pass that was later named for him?
James P. Beckwourth
Is James Beckwourth the same person as Jim Beckwourth?
yes, its the same person
Name the western fur trader who found a northern California mountain pass that was later named for him?
James p. beckwourth
What are facts about James Beckwourth?
what are something.
Where did James beckwourth live?
Although he spent most of his time traveling, James Beckwourth's last known address was Denver, Colorado.
What famous black explorer discovered a pass in sierra mountains the great west ward migration possible?
James Beckwourth.
Who were James beckwourth wives?
Rebecca Howland
Did James Beckwourth have children?
yes he had alot of children
Where did James beckwourth live in California?
he traveled by land
