The Kings Mountain Messenger
This poem is an excerpt from the book “House of the Messenger – Recovery and Reconstruction of the Kings Mountain Messenger’s Dogtrot House ”. The Kings Mountain Messenger In Tennessee's wild realm, a stalwart soul, Joseph Greer, with courage as his goal, From Kings Mountain's fierce fray, he swiftly came, A herald of triumph, bearer of acclaim. Through perils vast, unwavering, and bold, He carried victory's tale, a story told, From Congress' hall to battlefield's fierce roar, Greer's legend blooms, forever to explore. With sturdy frame and heart that blazed anew, Through untamed wilds, avoiding dangers true, From Indians' watch to Red Coats on the prowl, And Tory militia, threats that did foul. Musket and compass, guides on his quest, He ventured forth, by honor's call impressed. In Tennessee's embrace, his legacy thrives, A hero's journey, through history's lives. Greer's memor...
