My life on the plains : or, personal experiences with Indians by George A. Custer

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Author Custer, George A. (George Armstrong), 1839-1876
LoC No. 01016759
Title My life on the plains : or, personal experiences with Indians
Original Publication New York: Sheldon and Company, 1874.
Note Reading ease score: 56.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits Emmanuel Ackerman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary "My Life on the Plains: or, Personal Experiences with Indians" by George A. Custer is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book recounts Custer's personal experiences and observations while navigating the American Plains and interacting with Native American tribes. It aims to provide insights into the geography, wildlife, and the challenges posed by both the land and its inhabitants, ultimately reflecting on the complex relationship between settlers and the Indigenous peoples. At the start of the narrative, Custer lays the groundwork for his experiences by describing the geography of the Great Plains, dispelling myths surrounding its barrenness. He contrasts common perceptions with the actual richness of the land and its varied wildlife, including the buffalo. He also touches on the impact of Indian tribes on frontier settlements while acknowledging their complex cultural identity. Custer's observations blend personal anecdotes with larger reflections on the land and its peoples, setting the stage for more detailed accounts of his military endeavors and encounters with Native Americans throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E011: History: America: America
LoC Class F590.3: United States local history: The West. Trans-Mississippi Region. Great Plains
Subject Generals -- United States -- Biography
Subject United States. Army -- Military life
Subject Custer, George A. (George Armstrong), 1839-1876
Subject Indians of North America -- Wars -- 1866-1895 -- Personal narratives
Subject Great Plains -- Description and travel
Subject United States. Army. Cavalry, 7th
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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