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Trade Paperback. Condition: Fine. First Thus. Trade Paperback. First Thus, 1st printing. Glued binding, illustrated glossy wrappers; 412 pages, illustrations. Frontier Classics Series, with a New Introduction by John D. McDermott. CONDITION: FINE, binding square and tight, pages crisp and unmarked; faint shelf-wear to edges. CONTENT: Originally published by the author in 1918, the year he turned 84, this fascinating autobiography is reprinted here with a new and thoughtful introduction by John D. McDermott. Anson Mills saw frontier service in Arizona and Kansas, where he fought against the Apache and Cheyenne. As a battalion commander with the army, he played an important role in Reynolds's Powder River campaign of early 1876, and in the Great Sioux War later that year. His good fortune continued after his service, when he became a millionaire after inventing and improving military items.

Trade Paperback. Condition: Fair. Second Edition. 431 Pages. Cover is separating from spine from the front. Sewn binding. Staining on top and bottom corners. Chips along bottom edges and shelf ware. Chip off of middle back cover edge. Bottom back corner folded. Evidence of previous taping along interior front cover. Interior pages are clean with no marks other than before mentioned stains There are 19 additional pages to this 1921 Second Edition of the 1918 Copyright. The US Army's fierce clashes with the Native Americans and the turbulent era of frontier history is brought vividly to life in this authentic first hand account. Anson Mills saw frontier service in Arizona and Kansas, where he fought against the Apache and the Cheyenne. As a battalion commander with the army, he played an important role in Reynolds's Powder River campaign of early 1876, and in the Great Sioux War later that year. His good fortune continued after his service, when he became a millionaire after inventing and improving military items. Contents in 33 Chapters: My Ancestors, Privations of the Early Pioneers, Charlottesville Academy, West Point Military Academy, Early Days in Texas, El Paso Experiences, In Washington, My Brothers in Texas, Four Years of Civil War, After the War, Marriage, Travels West and East, Nannie's Impressions of the West, Western Experiences, Detail to Paris Exposition, Out West Again, Brevet Commissions in the Army, In Washington Again, Consolidation of the El Paso and Juarez Street Railways, The Reformatin of El Paso, Mexico, Equitable Distributio of the Waters of the Rio Grade, Boundary Commission, Woman's Suffrage, Prohibition, Trip to Europe with General Miles, My Cartridge Belt Equipment, The League to Enforce Peace, Trial by Combat, Personal Trial by Combat, National Trial by Combat, Honolulu, and Conclusions. Plus Five Appendices: The Organization and Administration of the United States Army, Address Before the Society of the Army of the Cumberland, Address Before the Order of Indian Wars on the Battle of the Rosebud, Address before the Order of Indian Wars by General Charles King, and Report of Gen. Mills on the Battle of Slim Buttes. Illustrated with 89 Plates ranging from Anson and Nannie Day Before Marriage, to Brigadier General John M. Wilson a Classmate.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. {Size: 14.60 x 22.86 cms} This book is available in 5 different Leather color without any extra cost. Explore More Options by Clicking on 'More Images' and Notify Us of Your Choice via Email within 24 hours of placing the order. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2023, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1918. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 416, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 416.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. This book is available in 5 different Leather color without any extra cost. Explore More Options by Clicking on 'More Images' and Notify Us of Your Choice via Email within 24 hours of placing the order. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1918. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 424, Print on Demand. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 424.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. This book is available in 5 different Leather color without any extra cost. Explore More Options by Clicking on 'More Images' and Notify Us of Your Choice via Email within 24 hours of placing the order. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1918. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 444, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. Product Disclaimer:: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 444.

Condition: Very Good +. Washington, DC: Published by the Author / Press of Byron S. Adams, 1921. Second Edition. Octavo. 431 pp. Black and white photographs and illustrations. Printed wraps. Light rubbing to edges of wraps and binding sound. Ownership inscription to front free endpaper, but otherwise pages unmarked. Originally published in 1918. Mills served in Arizona, at Fort Bridger, and with Crook's 1876 Sioux Campaign. [Howes M623].

Hardcover. Condition: As New. 1st Edition. Original publisher's black cloth binding with gilt lettering and two gilt decorative seals on front cover. All edges gilt. No lettering on spine. Original black ribbon bookmark included. "Published by the Author." Printed by the Press of Byron S. Adams of Washington, D.C. 6" x 8 1/2." 412 pages, complete. Many black-and-white illustrations, complete. Appendices in back. Pages and covers are virtually pristine and intact. Binding is tight. An As New copy. Autobiography of Brigadier General Anson Mills (1834-1924). Mills served in the U.S. Army during the Civil War. Mills divides his memoir into three periods. He moves chronologically and begins with his ancestry and early life in the first period. The next period chronicles the Civil War, the years immediately after war, and his marriage. In the third period, Mills recollects many events, both personal and historical, including his travels to Paris and Hawai'i, women's suffrage, and Prohibition.

Soft Cover. Condition: good+. Author was Brig. Gen. in US Army. 8.25" tall; 431pp; glossy paper; many b/w photos & ils including frontis photos of author's parents; World War I; tan paper cover is soiled. Paperback.

Original Wraps. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. Second Edition. 431pp. Covers are soiled and lightly worn. Spine has small loss of paper at top and bottom. Contents are vg. ; 8vo.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. Limp dark brown cloth, lettered and decorated in gilt. All page edges gilt. Bound in ribbon marker. Errata slip glued to the front free endpaper. Illustrated. A light damp stain to the upper 3" of the fore edge pages. One page has some chipping to the same area. Slight spine lean. Very tight and otherwise clean. ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 412 pages.

Leather bound. 1st. INSCRIBED by MIlls' son-in-law, Major Winfield Scott Overton, (pictured on p.239). Octavo; 412pp, First Edition. 8vo. 412 pp. Copiously illustrated from photographs, drawings, portraits, maps; appendix. Near Fine copy (erasure to ffep) in flexible leather-covered wrappers stamped in gold to upper wrapper,which reproduces the 'New Zealand International Exposition 1882' medal awarded to Mills inventing a woven military cartridge belt; With black endpapers, rounded corners, all edges gilt, ribbon marker. ''Mills fought the hostiles on the Plains, and later made his home at El Paso. His book is our clearest account (from the white man's side) of the Battle of the Rosebud.'' (Stanley Vestal's 'Book Lover's Southwest' p.37).

Softcover. First Edition. Octavo, 412 pages; VG-; Black leather spine, no lettering; Covers have light wear to edges and along hinges of spine, and very light fading to gilt lettering on front cover; Textblock has very light wear to gilt edges, and occasional light age-toning to pages interiorly; Presentation page indicates that this copy was presented to Colonel Louis LaGarde, whose name is written in ink (possibly in Mills' hand); NOTE: Shelved in Netdesk office, Case #4. 1348921. FP New Rockville Stock.