The Battlefield Reviewed: Narrow Escape From Massacre By The Indians Of Spirit Lake, When Presiding Elder Of Sioux City District

By Landon Taylor

Book Overview

The Battlefield Reviewed is a historical book that recounts the harrowing experiences of Landon Taylor, the presiding elder of the Sioux City district, during the Spirit Lake Massacre. In March 1857, Taylor and a group of settlers were attacked by a band of Native American Indians in Spirit Lake, Iowa. The book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the attack, the brutal violence that ensued, and the narrow escape of Taylor and his companions. The author also examines the historical context of the massacre, including the tensions between settlers and Native Americans in the region. The Battlefield Reviewed is a gripping and informative read for anyone interested in American history, particularly the conflicts between settlers and Native Americans during the 19th century.Rocky Mountain History And Tornado Experiences. Also Remarkable And Amusing Incidents. Embracing Forty Years In The Ministry: Including Four Years In Southern Ohio, Thirty Years In The Territory And State Of Iowa, And One Year In Vineland, N. J., In 1863.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1428658211
• ISBN13: 9781428658219
• Release Date: July 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 524 Pages
• Weight: 1.68 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"