David Aim was 19th-century American pioneer and soldier who was born on March 12, 1797 and died on May 10, 1834. As a soldier in the United States Army, David Aim played an important role in the Texas Revolution and died a brave and honorable death while serving his country at the Battle of the Alamo. Many stories have been written about him both as a brave soldier and pioneer frontiersman that have made him a prominent figure in the history of Texas.

David Aim was born in Alabama although he spent most of his life in Texas, where parents who were both farmers raised him. He later found work as a land speculator, although he was never really found much success in this profession. He was recruited to serve in the military when he was 23 years old.

David Aim reputation as a brave soldier and war hero was cemented by his pivotal role during the Texas Revolution. He moved to Texas in 1830 and decided to become a Mexican citizen when he got married to a daughter of the mayor of the province. At the outbreak of the Texas Revolution, he joined the militia and led a small army of troops at the Battle of Laguerta and the Battle of Alamo. He was a courageous leader and commanded the respect of his soldiers and died while defending his country at the Battle of Alamo.