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Notes Taken During the Expedition Commanded by Capt. R. B. Marcy, U. S. A. Through Unexplored Texas, in the Summer and Fall of 1854 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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The frontier from the Texas border to the Red River, told through a firsthand trek with a government escort.
This edition presents practical observations of the land, its people, and the daily tasks of a long expedition across the South and West in 1854. Readers will gain a clear view of travel, survival, and the mix of science and adventure that shaped early American exploration.
From Fort Smith to Belknap and beyond, the journey blends natural history, land surveys, and encounters with Delawares, Kickapoos, and other tribes. The narrative emphasizes landscape, climate, and the challenges of moving a large train through untamed country, with attention to animal care, water, and camp life. The author also reflects on the fate of indigenous communities as government policy sought to settle them and promote farming and stock raising.
- Plain descriptions of terrain, weather, and wildlife encountered on a cross‑region expedition.
- Practical notes on wagon teams, pack animals, water management, and camp routines.
- Personal observations on Indigenous peoples, frontier life, and the era’s colonial ambitions.
- Historical context for how government-backed exploration aimed to shape settlement.
Ideal for readers of classic Western travelogues, military voyageurs, and late 19th‑century accounts of the American frontier.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This captivating narrative recounts the firsthand experiences of the author as part of a government expedition through the untamed wilderness of the American frontier in the mid-19th century. The expedition's mission was to explore uncharted territories, negotiate treaties with Native American tribes, and establish a reservation for their settlement. Along their arduous journey, the author encounters a diverse range of challenges and adventures, from treacherous weather to encounters with wild animals and often hostile indigenous populations. Despite these obstacles, the expedition perseveres, driven by a spirit of scientific curiosity and a deep respect for the land and its people. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in American history, providing valuable insights into the complex relationships between settlers, Native Americans, and the vast, untamed wilderness that shaped their lives. 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 # 9781331929550_0
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Notes Taken During the Expedition Commanded by Capt R B Marcy, U S A Through Unexplored Texas, in the Summer and Fall of 1854 Classic Reprint
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