[PDF] The Flight Of The Chiefs eBook

Author : Kent Nerburn
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 450 pages
File Size : 46,35 MB
Release : 2009-10-13
Category : History
ISBN : 0061741213

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Hidden in the shadow cast by the great western expeditions of Lewis and Clark lies another journey every bit as poignant, every bit as dramatic, and every bit as essential to an understanding of who we are as a nation -- the 1,800-mile journey made by Chief Joseph and eight hundred Nez Perce men, women, and children from their homelands in what is now eastern Oregon through the most difficult, mountainous country in western America to the high, wintry plains of Montana. There, only forty miles from the Canadian border and freedom, Chief Joseph, convinced that the wounded and elders could go no farther, walked across the snowy battlefield, handed his rifle to the U.S. military commander who had been pursuing them, and spoke his now-famous words, "From where the sun now stands, I will fight no more forever." The story has been told many times, but never before in its entirety or with such narrative richness. Drawing on four years of research, interviews, and 20,000 miles of travel, Nerburn takes us beyond the surrender to the captives' unlikely welcome in Bismarck, North Dakota, their tragic eight-year exile in Indian Territory, and their ultimate return to the Northwest. Nerburn reveals the true, complex character of Joseph, showing how the man was transformed into a myth by a public hungry for an image of the noble Indian and how Joseph exploited the myth in order to achieve his single goal of returning his people to their homeland. Chief Joseph & the Flight of the Nez Perce is far more than the story of a man and a people. It is a grand saga of a pivotal time in our nation's history. Its pages are alive with the presence of Lewis and Clark, General William Tecumseh Sherman, General George Armstrong Custer, and Sitting Bull. Its events brush against the California Gold Rush, the Civil War, the great western pioneer migration, and the building of the telegraph and the transcontinental railroad. Once you have read this groundbreaking work, you will never look at Chief Joseph, the American Indian, or our nation's westward journey in the same way again.

Author : Nathan S. Lowrey
Publisher : Joint Chiefs of Staff, Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Air Force
Page : 442 pages
File Size : 27,93 MB
Release : 2016
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN :

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"This revised fifth edition examines the development of the chairmanship as an institution over the last sixty-seven years. It presents an expanded historical essay and four additional career biographies, with associated updates to the supplementary sections and appendices." --p.vii.

Author : George Manville Fenn
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 259 pages
File Size : 43,98 MB
Release : 2023-08-22
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN :

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In 'Three Boys; Or, The Chiefs of the Clan Mackhai' by George Manville Fenn, the reader is transported to the rugged Scottish Highlands where three young boys navigate the complexities of family, loyalty, and tradition. Fenn's descriptive prose captures the spirit of the landscape and the characters, creating a vivid and immersive reading experience. Drawing on themes of honor and adventure, the novel is a classic tale of coming-of-age set against the backdrop of a bygone era. Fenn's attention to detail and historical accuracy adds depth to the narrative, making it a compelling read for both young adult and adult audiences. With engaging dialogue and a fast-paced plot, 'Three Boys' is a timeless adventure story that continues to resonate with readers today. George Manville Fenn, known for his extensive body of work in children's literature, brings his expertise to this novel which reflects his passion for storytelling and historical fiction. Drawing on his own experiences and research, Fenn weaves a tale that captivates and educates, making 'Three Boys' a must-read for fans of adventure and historical fiction.