James Beckwourth
American trapper
James Pierson Beckwourth was an American fur trapper, rancher, businessman, explorer, author and scout. Known as "Bloody Arm" because of his skill as a fighter, Beckwourth was of multiracial descent, being born into slavery in Frederick County,... Wikipedia
Born: April 26, 1798, Frederick County, VA
Died: 1867 (age 69 years), Denver, CO
Parents: Sir Jennings Beckwith
Battles/wars: Second Seminole War; Red Cloud's War
Children: 4
Employer(s): Rocky Mountain Fur Company, American Fur Company