Why did Zebulon Pike die?

Why did Zebulon Pike die? After surviving two dangerous exploratory expeditions into uncharted areas of the West, Zebulon Pike dies during a battle in the War of 1812. This time, Pike and his men explored the headwaters of the Arkansas River, a route that took them into Colorado. What happened Zebulon Pike? Zebulon Montgomery Pike … Continue reading Why did Zebulon Pike die?