Preacher Justice: The First Mountain Man of the American Rockies

Early Life and Education

Preacher Justice was born in Virginia in 1787. He was raised in a devout religious family, and he received a basic education at a local school. As a young man, he worked as a farmer and a blacksmith.

Preacher's Justice (Preacher/The First Mountain Man Book 10)

by William W. Johnstone

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The Call to the Wilderness

In the early 1800s, Justice felt a calling to leave civilization and live in the wilderness. He joined a group of fur trappers who were heading to the Rocky Mountains. He quickly proved to be a skilled hunter and trapper, and he soon became one of the most respected members of the group.

Life in the Rockies

Justice spent the next 40 years of his life living in the Rocky Mountains. He hunted, trapped, and traded with the Native Americans. He also explored the unexplored regions of the mountains, and he became known for his knowledge of the land.

Justice was a skilled survivalist. He knew how to live off the land, and he could build shelters and make clothing from the materials he found in the wilderness. He was also a skilled hunter, and he could kill game with a single shot.

Justice was a respected member of the mountain man community. He was known for his honesty, his courage, and his sense of humor. He was also a skilled storyteller, and he loved to share his adventures with others.

The Preacher

In addition to his skills as a hunter and trapper, Justice was also a devout Christian. He often preached to the other mountain men, and he was known for his powerful sermons. He was also a kind and compassionate man, and he often helped those who were less fortunate than himself.

The Death of Preacher Justice

Justice died in 1867 at the age of 80. He was killed by a bear while he was hunting in the mountains. His body was never found, but his legend lives on.

Legacy

Preacher Justice was one of the most famous mountain men of the American Rockies. He was a skilled hunter, trapper, and explorer. He was also a devout Christian and a kind and compassionate man. His legend continues to inspire people today.

There are many memorials to Preacher Justice in the Rocky Mountains. There is a plaque at the site of his death, and there is a statue of him in the town of Estes Park, Colorado. His name is also given to a mountain pass and a lake in the Rocky Mountains.

Preacher Justice was a true American hero. He was a man of courage, determination, and faith. He lived his life on his own terms, and he left a lasting legacy in the Rocky Mountains.

Additional Information

• Justice's real name was James Justice. He was called "Preacher" because of his religious beliefs.
• Justice was a close friend of Kit Carson, another famous mountain man.
• Justice was the first white man to see the Great Salt Lake.
• Justice was a skilled musician and singer. He often played the fiddle and sang songs around the campfire.
• Justice was a devout Christian. He often preached to the other mountain men, and he always carried a Bible with him.

Sources

• Preacher Justice: The First Mountain Man

  , National Park Service

• Preacher Justice: The Mountain Man

  , Legends of America

• Preacher Justice

  , History.com

Preacher's Justice (Preacher/The First Mountain Man Book 10)

by William W. Johnstone

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1228 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	292 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE