From Greene Ville to Fallen Timbers: A Journal of the Wayne Campaign

Language: English

Published by Forgotten Books, 2024

0282404813 / 9780282404819

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Print on Demand. This book offers a meticulously detailed account of Anthony Wayne's military campaign against Native American tribes in the Old Northwest during the late 18th century. The author, a high-ranking officer who participated in the campaign, provides an insider's perspective on the army's movements, operations, and the complex dynamics between key figures like Wayne and his subordinate, James Wilkinson. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of escalating tensions between the fledgling United States and Native American nations resisting westward expansion. The author meticulously chronicles the challenges of frontier warfare, including logistical difficulties, the harsh terrain, and the constant threat of ambush. Intriguing insights are offered into the strained relationship between Wayne and Wilkinson, revealing a web of jealousy, ambition, and conflicting strategies. Beyond the battlefield, this book delves into the intricacies of military life, exploring issues of supply, discipline, morale, and the human cost of war. The author's observations provide a nuanced understanding of the factors that contributed to Wayne's eventual victory at the Battle of Fallen Timbers and the subsequent Treaty of Greene Ville. This firsthand account sheds light on a pivotal moment in American history, offering valuable insights into the complexities of leadership, strategy, and the enduring legacy of westward expansion. 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.

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Title
From Greene Ville to Fallen Timbers: A Journal of the Wayne Campaign
Author
Dwight la Vern Smith
Publisher
Forgotten Books
Publication year
2024
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New
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print-on-demand item
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Paperback
Language
English
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0282404813
ISBN 13
9780282404819
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Forgotten Books’ Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.

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