Frontier battles and brave actions told with clear, authoritative voice
This non‑fiction work compiles firsthand material, letters, and interviews gathered over many years to present a comprehensive view of the wars fought on the American plains. It blends veteran recollections with official records to illuminate the struggles, strategies, and human stories behind the major campaigns of the era.
The author draws on exchanges with generals, officers, scouts, and other sources to shed light on key episodes—from the Powder River Expedition and fort defenses to famous engagements around Beecher’s Island, Fort Phil Kearney, the Rosebud, and the Little Big Horn. Throughout, the goal is fairness and accuracy, presenting the events and the people involved with historical clarity.
Ideal for readers of military history and American frontier storytelling.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book recounts the dangerous and often overlooked chapter of American history: the frontier wars. The book tells a chilling and captivating story of conflict on the Powder River, a territory contested by Native Americans and white settlers during the 1860s. The author recounts the struggles faced by General Carrington and his troops as they attempt to establish a series of forts to secure the Bozeman Trail. The book details the constant skirmishes, the brutal conditions, and the tragedy of the infamous Fetterman Massacre. This account, based on eyewitness testimonies, personal letters, and historical records, offers a glimpse into the intense and desperate fight for survival on the American frontier. It delves into the complex and often misunderstood motivations of both the Native Americans and the white settlers involved, providing a sobering look at the human cost of territorial expansion and the clash of two very different ways of life. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333109400_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333109400
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333109400
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Vendeur : Revaluation Books, Exeter, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 468 pages. 9.02x5.98x0.94 inches. This item is printed on demand. N° de réf. du vendeur zk1333109407
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Vendeur : AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Allemagne
Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333109400
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