Johnny "Appleseed" Chapman is a man who loved nature, sought peace, and tried to live by example. He was born in 1774 in Massachusetts and lived most of his life in the great outdoors. Johnny lived by 5 principles that are still important today: "Use what you have. Share what you have. Respect nature. Try to make peace where there is war. You can reach your destination by taking small steps." No one knows for sure why he planted so many apple seeds but we do know that by planting them he changed the scenery of this nation. Read Seed by Seed: "The Legend and Legacy of John Appleseed" Chapman to learn more about this true American hero.