The Indian War of 1864 (eBook)

Early History of Kansas, Nebraska, Colorado, and Wyoming

Eugene Fitch Ware (Autor)

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2023
390 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654775497-8 (EAN)

Infos

Eugene Fitch Ware's "The Indian War of 1864" encapsulates a pivotal moment in the American frontier's tumultuous history. Employing a vivid narrative style interwoven with personal accounts and rich historical detail, Ware illustrates the complexities of this conflict, focusing on the struggles between Native American tribes and U.S. military forces. His immersive exploration of the war's events is framed within the broader context of westward expansion and the pervasive themes of colonialism and displacement. Through meticulous research, Ware sheds light on the psychological and social dimensions of the combatants, thereby offering readers a nuanced perspective that transcends mere military chronicle. Eugene Fitch Ware, a multifaceted figure—poet, soldier, and journalist—was deeply influenced by his experiences serving in the Civil War and his love for the American landscape. His background as a frontier settler and later a participant in the war against the Plains tribes profoundly shaped his perspective and motivated him to document the narratives of both the soldiers and Native Americans. Ware's empathy towards those involved is evident throughout his work, making it a significant historical reflection. This book is highly recommended for anyone interested in American history, military studies, or indigenous rights. Ware's work invites readers to engage critically with the past while offering valuable insights into the consequences of conflict and cultural encounter. In doing so, "The Indian War of 1864" stands not only as a historical text but as a timeless reminder of the complexities of the human experience.

Autor

Eugene Fitch Ware (1841–1911), known also by his pen name Ironquill, was a distinguished American poet, lawyer, and politician, most notably remembered for his contributions to the literature pertaining to the American West. Born in Hartford, Connecticut, Ware moved to Burlington, Iowa in his youth. His personal experiences as a Civil War veteran and participant in the Indian War of 1864 significantly influenced his literary works. Ware's firsthand knowledge of the conflict between the United States and various Native American tribes is vividly depicted in his seminal work, 'The Indian War of 1864', which provides a detailed, albeit controversial, narrative of the events that occurred during that tumultuous period. This book remains a significant historical document for understanding the complexities and tragedies of the American frontier wars. Ware's writing style was characterized by his nuanced and vivid portrayal of the frontier life, and his works often reflect themes of nature, war, and the human condition. His poetry and historical accounts are notable for their reflective and occasionally romanticized depiction of the American West, an approach common to writers of his era. Throughout his career, Ware also served as the State Senator of Kansas and was later appointed as the U.S. Pension Commissioner by President Theodore Roosevelt. His contributions to American literature and public service rendered him a notable figure of his time.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.12.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Neuzeit bis 1918
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte ► Regional- / Ländergeschichte
• Schlagworte: 1864 indigenous conflicts • 19th Century America • 19th Century American History • American Indian Wars • American West battles • American West narrative • beneath a scarlet sky • civil war aftermath • Civil War veteran perspective • Colorado War history • cultural political dynamics • Eugene Fitch Ware • Frontier Conflicts • Frontline experiences • historical account analysis • Historical accounts of Native Americans • Historical conflict retelling • Historical military narrative • Indians • killers of the flower moon • Lincoln • Military memoir authenticity • Native American conflicts • Native American History • Native American resistance • Native Roots • Old West military history • Plains Indian warfare • post-civil war era • ron chernow • Settler Native American relations • Slavery • Soldier's perspective • Texas • U.S. Cavalry history • Washington's Spies • Western expansion history • western frontier battles • Wild West