Historical Sketches Of New Mexico From The Earliest Records To The American Occupation

By L. Bradford Prince and Anonymous

Book Overview

Historical Sketches of New Mexico from the Earliest Records to the American Occupation is a comprehensive account of the history of New Mexico, written by L. Bradford Prince. The book covers the period from the earliest records of the region to the American occupation of the area. It provides a detailed and engaging narrative of the various cultures and peoples who have inhabited the region, including Native American tribes, Spanish explorers and settlers, and American pioneers.The book begins with a discussion of the geography and natural resources of New Mexico, and then moves on to explore the various native tribes who have lived in the area, including the Pueblo, Navajo, and Apache peoples. The Spanish exploration and settlement of the region is also covered in detail, including the establishment of Santa Fe and other important settlements.The book also delves into the complex political and cultural landscape of New Mexico during the Mexican-American War, which ultimately led to the American occupation of the region. Throughout the book, Prince provides detailed accounts of important events and individuals, including the Pueblo Revolt of 1680, the Santa Fe Trail, and the Battle of Glorieta Pass.Overall, Historical Sketches of New Mexico from the Earliest Records to the American Occupation is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American Southwest. It provides a thorough and engaging account of the region's rich cultural and historical heritage, and sheds light on many important events and figures that have shaped the region's past.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: 116310356X
• ISBN13: 9781163103562
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 330 Pages
• Weight: 0.97 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"