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Report From the Secretary of War (Classic Reprint): Communicating in Compliance with a Resolution of the Senate, of the 21st February, 1849, a Copy of ... Santa Fe to San Diego, &c (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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A firsthand account of a long march from Santa Fe to San Diego that reveals frontier logistics, hardship, and decision making.
This nonfiction volume presents the official journal of Lieutenant Colonel Philip St. George Cooke. It traces a challenging expedition through the Southwest during the mid-1840s, offering day-by-day detail about supply, terrain, and the strain of marching with a wagon train and troops. The entries illuminate how soldiers managed rations, transportation, and interactions with local towns and pueblos, all while facing harsh conditions and uncertain routes.
- A vivid, time-stamped record of logistics, weather, grass, fodder, and water along a difficult trail.
- Descriptions of camps, patrols, and encounters with residents and other military forces.
- Insights into leadership, discipline, and the practicalities of moving an army in a challenging landscape.
- Scenes of travel writing that capture scenery, towns, and the changing terrain across the Southwest.
Ideal for readers of military history and primary-source narratives who want an unvarnished look at 19th-century marching campaigns and the realities of frontier command.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the experiences of the author, a U.S. Army officer leading a battalion of troops on an ambitious military expedition from Santa Fe, New Mexico to San Diego, California in 1846. The journey took place during the Mexican-American War amidst political tension and territorial disputes. The author's vivid account of the arduous trek provides a glimpse into the challenges of exploring uncharted territories, navigating treacherous landscapes, and interacting with Native American tribes during a time of conflict. Through detailed observations and encounters, the author explores themes of leadership, resilience, and the complexities of cultural interactions on the American frontier. This book offers valuable insights into the historical context, geopolitical dynamics, and human experiences that shaped the course of westward expansion in the United States. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282376192_0
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