There had so lately been a large force of Spanish cavalry at the village, which had made a great impression on the minds of the young men, as to their power, consequence, which my appearance with 20 infantry was by no means calculated to remove.
-- Zebulon Pike
   
Zebulon Pike   Name:
Zebulon Pike
Type:
Soldier
Nationality:
American
Birth:
January 5, 1779
Death:
April 27, 1813
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