In this first book-length account of the Civil War in Arizona; Andrew E. Masich chronicles the all-but-forgotten story of the California Column; volunteer soldiers who served in the U.S. Army from 1861 to 1866 and played a key role in creating and shaping Arizona Territory. The Civil War in Arizona is divided into two parts: a lively narrative history of the California Column in wartime Arizona; followed by a rare compilation of letters--originally published in the popular newspaper Alta California--written by the volunteer soldiers themselves. Enriched by Masich's meticulous annotation; these letters provide firsthand testimony of the grueling desert conditions the soldiers endured as they fought on many fronts; not the least of which was an uncaring army command structure preoccupied with war in the East.
#1128121 in Books Omer C Stewart 1993-09-15Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.00 x 1.00 x 6.00l; 1.50 #File Name: 0806124571454 pagesPeyote Religion A History
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