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James Wilkinson: America’s Forgotten Traitor

Though dispatched by a traitor, Zebulon Pike’s expeditions produced maps and journals that became foundational to America’s westward expansion. His reconnaissance informed the placement of frontier forts, guided fur trade routes, and inspired generations of explorers and settlers. This post explores Pike’s unintended legacy and his role in transforming espionage into empire-building.

James Wilkinson: America’s Forgotten Traitor2025-10-03T19:41:24+00:00

Difference in a Mountain Man Rendezvous and Voyageur Rendezvous

After years of maintaining a Rendezvous Calendar, we felt it was time to answer a often asked question: What is the Difference in a Mountain Man Rendezvous and Voyageur Rendezvous? In North American history, a rendezvous was a wilderness gathering that took place at established camps or river and lake junctions used by those involved in the fur trade. All of these rendezvous ultimately included a major transfer of furs and goods to be traded for furs. In North America during the fur trade era, from the 16th century to the mid-19th century, this included the Voyageur Rendezvous and the Mountain Man or Buckskinner Rendezvous.

Difference in a Mountain Man Rendezvous and Voyageur Rendezvous2025-11-02T11:34:57+00:00

Fountainhead of the Lake George School of Horn Engravers

John Bush, a Black American provincial soldier, and one of the first of the Lake George school of horn engravers, became renowned for his intricate and artistic powder horn engravings. His contributions to the craft were significant, though his life was short and tragically ended after being captured in 1757 at the Battle of Fort William Henry during the French and Indian War.

Fountainhead of the Lake George School of Horn Engravers2025-03-01T19:10:58+00:00

The End of the Trail Sculpture: An Iconic Symbol

The "End of the Trail" image, created by American sculptor James Earle Fraser, has become an iconic symbol in the U.S. , depicting a weary Native American man on horseback, symbolizing the end of the Native American way of life & era. Fraser was born in Winona, MN, and spent much of his childhood on the Great Plains in Mitchell, SD. The sculpture was more than just a piece of art for Fraser, but a meaningful reminder of his childhood spent on the American frontier.

The End of the Trail Sculpture: An Iconic Symbol2025-09-01T16:35:14+00:00

LaMaster Arms: A Place for Enthusiasts, Collectors, Historians and Builders

  Rate This Article LaMaster Arms: A Place for Enthusiasts, Collectors, Historians & Builders Brian LaMaster: Master Gunsmith, Craftsman, & Artist LaMaster Arms: A Place for Enthusiasts, Collectors, Historians & Builders Brian LaMaster: Master Gunsmith, Craftsman, & Artist LaMaster Arms buys, sells and provides consultations for antique firearms [read more]

LaMaster Arms: A Place for Enthusiasts, Collectors, Historians and Builders2025-09-26T18:51:15+00:00

Rifles of Colonial America – Volume 1, 2nd Edition in Color

In-depth photographic study of longrifles and gunmaking in Colonial, Revolutionary, and post-Revolutionary periods. 92 rifles reviewed, with 10 or more detailed photographs. A description of each rifle accompanies the photographs, and many important dimensions are given. Text covers the complex subject, the evolution of the baroque and rococo art that adorns these rifles.

Rifles of Colonial America – Volume 1, 2nd Edition in Color2024-06-21T10:48:36+00:00

18th & 19th Century American Historical Reenactments

Note the distinction made here of "18th & 19th Century American Historical Reenactments". There are persons interested in virtually all historical eras of most countries who participate in WWI and WWII reenactments, Viking, Roman, Napoleonic Wars (i.e., Waterloo), etc. In this article, we'll stick to the early American eras as those are the ones whose participants that Crazy Crow Trading Post supplies.

18th & 19th Century American Historical Reenactments2025-09-26T19:01:04+00:00

History of European Gorget as Native American Trade Items

Rate This Article History of European Gorget as Native American Trade Items By Crazy Crow Trading Post ~ April 9, 2023 Credit Above 3 Photos: George Catlin and William Tate 1781 and George Catlin, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons History of European Gorget as Native American Trade Items [read more]

History of European Gorget as Native American Trade Items2025-09-26T19:07:51+00:00

The Beads That Did Not Buy Manhattan Island

The story of the purchase of Manhattan is one of the most contentious and oft-disputed stories in American history. That modest sale has gone down in history as the biggest swindle ever perpetrated. The deal seems so unfair, some parties have even suggested that the island be returned to the "original" owners. But what may be the most surprising fact about the whole transaction is that in 1626, and for a long time afterward, both parties were very happy with it.

The Beads That Did Not Buy Manhattan Island2025-11-02T12:23:34+00:00

History of Fort Ligonier

Rate This Article History of Fort LigonierFrench & Indian War British Fortification in Ligonier, PACredit Above Photo: , Fort Ligonier, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons History of Fort Ligonier French & Indian War British Fortification in Ligonier, PA Credit Above Photo: Fort Ligonier, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons [read more]

History of Fort Ligonier2024-08-28T23:15:30+00:00
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