The Spanish troops returned and we could... by Zebulon Pike | We Heart Quotes

Direction explorer Mississippi River Army officer Pikes Peak

The Spanish troops returned and we could yet discover the grass beaten down in the direction which they went.

- Zebulon Pike

Other quotes by Zebulon Pike

Manners

I differ materially from Capt. Lewis, in my account of the numbers, manners, and morals of the Sioux.

- Zebulon Pike

Cause Smile May

May Heaven be propitious, and smile on the cause of my country.

- Zebulon Pike

I was informed... that some... were dreaming and wished to return.

- Zebulon Pike

Flags

Among various demands and charges I gave them, was, that the said flag should be delivered to me, and one of the United States' flags be received and hoisted in its place.

- Zebulon Pike

Visit

At the lodge the chief gave me many particulars which were relative to the late visit of the Spaniards.

- Zebulon Pike

People

It was the wish of the Americans that their red brethren should remain peacefully round their own fires, and not embroil themselves in any disputes between the white people.

- Zebulon Pike

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