A Guide to the Indian Wars of the West

by John D. McDermott

Book Overview

From 1860 to 1890 the United States military engaged in war after war with the indigenous peoples of the West. Although numerous treaties recognized the rights of individual tribes, the U.S. government often did nothing to stop settlers from expanding into Indian territory. Some Indians fled, and others attempted to coexist with the newcomers, but many fought against the loss of homelands and traditional ways of life. Superior numbers, organization,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 080328246X
• ISBN13: 9780803282469
• Release Date: November 1998
• Publisher: Bison Books
• Length: 211 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"