G. LaVerne Crowell - Author

In the early days of our nation, young men looked upon mountain
men with awe. They were considered men of a higher caliber in
adventure, scouting, and daring escapades in life. Few people knew
the harsh environment in which these men lived.
Many strong, young
men never made the grade into real status of this lifestyle. These men
fought danger, harsh weather, crooked white men, and hostile Indians.
Without these men our nation would have faced a very difficult start
in the western movement of the population.
