Excerpt from Hardscrabble or the Fall of Chicago: A Tale of Indian Warfare
The man made no reply, but continued whittling, humming, at the same time, the air of Yankee Doodle.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. The book follows an outpost of 75 soldiers and their families under the command of Captain Headley in early 19th century Chicago amidst rising tensions and skirmishes between settlers and Native American tribes. The author provides a vivid glimpse into the hardships of frontier life, from disease and hunger to extreme weather, while exploring the complex relationships shaped by both conflict and cooperation between different ethnic groups. Drawing on extensive research, the author skillfully weaves together historical fact and compelling storytelling, offering fresh perspectives on the events that unfolded in this remote and contested region. Ultimately, the book is a poignant reflection on the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring legacy of historical events on the formation of national identity. 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 # 9781331373650_0
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