James Felix Bridger (March 17, 1804 – July 17, 1881) was an American mountain man, trapper, Army scout, and wilderness guide who explored and trapped in the Western United States in …

Jim Bridger (born March 17, 1804, Richmond, Va., U.S.—died July 17, 1881, near Kansas City, Mo.) was an American fur trader, frontiersman, scout, the “mountain man” par excellence.

James Bridger was one of the greatest frontiersmen of Utah and American history. During his lifetime he was a hunter, trapper, trader, Indian fighter, and guide, and one of only a few …

May 21, 2018 · American trapper, fur trader, and wilderness guide, James Bridger (1804-1881), was one of the most famous frontiersmen. He is credited with discovering the Great Salt Lake, …

Jan 26, 2023 · James “Jim” Bridger (1804–1881) was a famous Mountain Man — trapper, frontiersman, and explorer — who is most well-known for his expeditions to the Rocky …

Jan 4, 2024 · Jim Bridger couldn’t read or write, but he had a perfect memory of every place he’d ever set foot in the wilderness. He could draw accurate maps for settlers, fellow trappers, …

Jun 15, 2020 · Countless stories of brave frontiersman and frontierswoman are still told around the campfire today. But the stories of one mountain man stand out among the rest. A spinner …

Nov 16, 2014 · Jim Bridger’s skills as guide, mapmaker and businessman were unmatched. After 20 years trapping beaver in the northern Rockies, he co-founded Fort Bridger in 1843.

Jim Bridger played a significant role in the evolution of American mapmaking during the 19th century. As a skilled trapper and frontiersman, his extensive knowledge of the uncharted …

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