A collection of Daniel Boone quotes about man, life, frontier, philosophy, danger, peace, nature, happiness, diversity, curiosity, family, enemy etc.
25 Best Quotes By Daniel Boone, The Famous American Pioneer
Born In:
Pennsylvania, United States
Daniel Boone was an American explorer and frontiersman. His exploits made him one of the most famous folk heroes of America. Boone had interest in hunting from a small age and at the age of twelve, Boone had already hunted a bear. Daniel made his first expedition in the year 1755, but his first independent expedition was during 1767 along the Big Sandy River in Kentucky. During this period, he met John Findley, who encouraged him to explore further areas in Kentucky. Later in 1769, Boone made another expedition towards Cumberland Gap further west in Kentucky accompanied by Findley and few others. In the year 1775, Daniel along with few colonists came to Kentucky and then later brought his family to settle there and ended up becoming their leader. After the outbreak of American Revolution, he struggled to save his land and family. It was due his explorations as a frontiersman that he earned him the title of ‘Folk Hero’. Daniel’s sayings on life, family, and nature are well-known, powerful and influencing. We have gathered a few of his thoughts and quotes through his several folk-stories and tales.