Apache wars: An illustrated battle history

The Apache were cunning guerilla fighters and among the toughest of the Indian warriors. This saga by Western artist and historian Lisle Reedstrom includes the religious traditions of the Apaches, their costumes and customs, weapons used by both the Apaches and the US Cavalry who pursued and finally defeated them. A special feature of the book is the illustrations, from the 16 pages of colour paintings by the author, to dozens of close-up photographs of Apache warriors and chiefs alongside US soldiers and generals who tried to destroy them.

The Apache people deserve to be remembered for much more than their renegades, but public interest in their warlike days remains high. Reedstrom is a historian and noted illustrator of Western and cavalry themes, and this book reflects his military interest. The various campaigns and forays throughout Arizona Territory and northern Mexico are covered in vigorous detail. Numerous period photographs, particularly of a subjugated Geronimo, are both arresting and poignant. The author's own detailed color drawings of U.S. army uniforms and Indian dress make the book a useful reference source as well as a delight to the military buff. Military Book Club selection.
- Raymond L. Puffer, U.S. Air Force History Prog., Los Angeles
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