On The Border With Crook (eBook, ePUB) - Bourke, John Gregory
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John Gregory Bourke's 'On The Border With Crook' is a seminal work that offers a firsthand account of General George Crook's campaigns against the Apaches and Sioux in the late 19th century. Bourke's writing style is scholarly and detailed, providing a wealth of information on military tactics, Native American cultures, and the harsh conditions of the American frontier. The book is a valuable resource for those interested in military history, Native American studies, and Western expansion. Bourke's inclusion of personal anecdotes and observations brings a human element to the historical…mehr

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John Gregory Bourke's 'On The Border With Crook' is a seminal work that offers a firsthand account of General George Crook's campaigns against the Apaches and Sioux in the late 19th century. Bourke's writing style is scholarly and detailed, providing a wealth of information on military tactics, Native American cultures, and the harsh conditions of the American frontier. The book is a valuable resource for those interested in military history, Native American studies, and Western expansion. Bourke's inclusion of personal anecdotes and observations brings a human element to the historical narrative, making the book engaging and accessible to a wide audience. 'On The Border With Crook' is a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the complexities of the American West and its impact on both the indigenous peoples and the settlers who clashed on its borders.
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John Gregory Bourke (1846 - 1896) was a captain in the United States Army and a prolific diarist and postbellum author; he wrote several books about the American Old West, including ethnologies of its indigenous peoples. He was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions while a cavalryman in the Union Army during the American Civil War. Based on his service during the war, his commander nominated him to West Point, where he graduated in 1869, leading to service as an Army officer until his death.