When we were compiling the list of Famous Pate's, Henry Clay Pate was discussed as a possible honoree. Though he undoubtedly displayed bravery on occasion, we felt that his overall record was rather checkered and undistinguished. His main claim to fame was leading a military unit to capture John Brown. The humiliating result was losing to John Brown's smaller ragtag "army" in two hours and having to surrender himself. Those interested can learn more about him here: http://kansasboguslegislature.org/mo/pate_h_c.html This appears to be an article biased against him, but nevertheless contains enough factual information to arrive at a conclusion. A. J. Pate