The Black Hawk War: A detailed, illustrated chronicle of the 1832 frontier conflict
This comprehensive account weaves together battles, treaties, and daily life on the Illinois frontier. It presents the events, people, and decisions that shaped one of the most turbulent episodes in American history, from early negotiations to the final campaigns.
The narrative follows military movements, political clashes, and the human stories behind the headlines. Readers will gain a clear view of how frontier life intersected with national policy, and how leaders on both sides navigated a volatile period.
- Understand the sequence of key campaigns and battles, and how officers and volunteers operated in a fledgling war machine
- Explore the network of treaties, suspensions, and disputes that framed the conflict
- Meet the people who shaped the era, from governors and generals to settlers and Native leaders
- See the wartime context through portraits, documents, and firsthand notes included in the edition
Ideal for readers of American frontier history, military history, and biographies of the era, this edition offers a thorough, accessible view of a defining clash on the edge of settlement.
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Anbieter: Forgotten Books, London, Vereinigtes Königreich
Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a meticulous examination of the Black Hawk War, a conflict that erupted in 1832 between the United States and a confederation of Native American tribes led by Black Hawk. The author delves into the historical backdrop, exploring the intricate web of factors that culminated in the war, including the encroachment of white settlers on Native American lands and the British government's covert support for Indian resistance. Through a nuanced analysis of primary sources, the author sheds light on the complex character of Black Hawk, a war leader whose motivations and strategies played a pivotal role in the course of the conflict. The book offers a comprehensive account of the war's major battles and skirmishes, providing a gripping narrative of the fierce fighting and tragic losses endured by both sides. Ultimately, the author argues that the Black Hawk War was a pivotal moment in American history, its outcome shaping the nation's westward expansion and its relationship with Native American tribes. 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. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781330837221_0
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Anbieter: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, USA
PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9781330837221
Anbieter: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Vereinigtes Königreich
PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9781330837221
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