The Battle Of The Big Hole - George O Shields - Bog

""The Battle of the Big Hole"" is a historical account of General Gibbon's engagement with the Nez Perces Indians in the Big Hole Valley of Montana on August 9th, 1877. Written by George O. Shields and originally published in 1889, the book provides a detailed and comprehensive description of the battle, including its causes, the strategies employed by both sides, and the aftermath. The Nez Perces, who were being forced onto a reservation by the US government, put up a fierce resistance, resulting in a bloody and devastating conflict. Shields draws on a range of primary sources, including official reports, letters, and personal accounts, to provide a vivid and compelling narrative of the battle. The book also includes maps and illustrations to help readers better understand the terrain and tactics used in the engagement. Overall, ""The Battle of the Big Hole"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American West, Native American history, or military history.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.