Doniphan's Expedition - John Taylor Hughes - Bog

Doniphan's Expedition is a historical account of the conquest of New Mexico by American forces in the 1840s. Written by John Taylor Hughes, the book details the military campaign led by Alexander Doniphan, a Missouri lawyer and colonel in the United States Army. The expedition was part of the Mexican-American War, and aimed to capture the city of Santa Fe and secure the southwestern territories for the United States. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the expedition, including the preparations and planning, the battles and skirmishes, and the aftermath of the conquest. It also delves into the political and social context of the time, highlighting the tensions between the United States and Mexico, as well as the complex relationships between various Native American tribes and the European settlers. Throughout the book, Hughes draws on a range of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and official documents, to provide a detailed and nuanced account of the expedition. He also includes a number of illustrations and maps to help readers visualize the terrain and strategic locations of the campaign. Overall, Doniphan's Expedition is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in American history, military strategy, or the complex dynamics of colonialism and territorial expansion.General Kearney's Overland Expedition To California; Doniphan's Campaign Against The Navajos; His Unparalleled March Upon Chihuahua And Durango; And The Operations Of General Price At Santa Fe: With A Sketch Of The Life Of Col. Doniphan.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.