Chief Joseph's Own Story And General Howard's Comment - Hardcover

by Chief Joseph (Author), Cyrus Townsend Brady (Editor)

""Chief Joseph's Own Story And General Howard's Comment"" is a historical account of the life of Chief Joseph, the leader of the Nez Perce tribe during the late 1800s. The book is written by Chief Joseph himself, and also includes commentary from General O.O. Howard, who was a prominent figure in the U.S. military during the time of the Nez Perce War. The book begins with Chief Joseph's early life and upbringing, detailing the customs and traditions of the Nez Perce tribe. It then moves on to discuss the conflict between the Nez Perce and the U.S. government, which ultimately led to the Nez Perce War of 1877. Chief Joseph provides a firsthand account of the war, detailing the battles and skirmishes that took place, as well as the struggle of his people to flee from the U.S. Army and reach safety in Canada. General Howard's commentary provides a different perspective on the conflict, offering insight into the military tactics used by the U.S. Army and the government's motivations for the war. Overall, ""Chief Joseph's Own Story And General Howard's Comment"" offers a unique and personal perspective on a pivotal moment in American history, shedding light on the experiences of the Nez Perce people during this tumultuous time.THIS 56 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Northwestern Fights and Fighters, by Chief Joseph. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766197190.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.