Presidio of San Francisco: An Outline of Its Evolution as A U. S. Army Post

Langue : anglais

Edité par Forgotten Books, 2024

1334748810 / 9781334748813

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Print on Demand. This book tells the story of the Presidio of San Francisco, a military post that has played a significant role in the history of the United States. From its founding by the Spanish in 1776 to its transformation into a vital US Army base during the Gold Rush and Civil War, the Presidio has witnessed a diverse range of events and served as a strategic hub for military operations. The author delves into the lives of the soldiers who guarded the Golden Gate, the challenges they faced, and the changing landscape of the post as it expanded and adapted to meet the needs of the nation. The book also examines the Presidio's role in shaping the city of San Francisco itself, from its early days as a small outpost to its emergence as a major metropolis. The book explores the complex relationships between the military and the civilian populations surrounding the Presidio, highlighting the tensions between expansion and preservation, and the constant tug-of-war over land ownership and usage. Through the lens of the Presidio, the author provides a unique perspective on the development of California and the West, revealing how the region's history was intertwined with the evolution of the US Army. The book offers a captivating glimpse into the lives of the men and women who made the Presidio their home and the lasting impact of this historic site on the nation's history. 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.…

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Titre
Presidio of San Francisco: An Outline of Its Evolution as A U. S. Army Post
Auteur
Erwin N. Thompson, Sally B. Woodbridge
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Forgotten Books
Année de publication
2024
État de l'article
New
Type de livre
print-on-demand item
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Paperback
Langue
anglais
ISBN à 10 chiffres
1334748810
ISBN à 13 chiffres
9781334748813
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Forgotten Books’ Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.

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