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Seminole Wars 1818-58 by Ron Field (2009, Trade Paperback)
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The Seminole of Florida were one of five so-called 'Civilized Tribes' who for many years lived in peace with the settlers. However, by 1815, frontier Americans had grown increasingly envious of their relative wealth and land, and resentful of their harbouring of former slaves. This book reveals the dramatic stories behind the ensuing Seminole wars, examining the dogged resistance displayed by the Seminole as they endured three drawn-out campaigns. Illustrated with careful reconstructions of the colourful and varied clothing and uniforms worn by both sides, the author discusses the organization and history of a tribe that refused to give in, until the sheer weight of the opposing forces ultimately led to their defeat.
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Product Identifiers
PublisherBloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN-101846034612
ISBN-139781846034619
eBay Product ID (ePID)71710445
Product Key Features
Book TitleSeminole Wars 1818-58
Number of Pages48 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2009
TopicMilitary / United States
IllustratorHook, Richard, Yes
GenreHistory
AuthorRon Field
Book SeriesMen-At-Arms Ser.
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.1 in
Item Weight5.3 Oz
Item Length9.8 in
Item Width7.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2009-502060
TitleLeadingThe
Reviews"The campaigns make for dramatic reading, through Field resists the temptation to embellish with colorful language. Instead, he lets the combatants' actions speak for themselves (literally, in some cases, as Field makes excellent use of primary documents penned by American soldiers). Careful attention is paid not only to what happened, but why. Despite the slim dimension of the book--48 pages--there is a surprising depth of information here. Brilliantly rendered color plates, contemporary prints, and early photographs perfectly complement the text... The Seminole Wars 1818-58 is a concise but invaluable look at three poorly remembered wars that tested the endurance of combatants on both sides and ultimately shaped modern Florida." -- Andrew Hind, Muzzleloader "American history holdings will welcome Ron Field's The Seminole Wars: 1818-58, a survey of the equipment, history and organization of the world's military forces. It packs in campaigns and details on the fighting men of both sides." -- The Bookwatch (December 2009), "American history holdings will welcome Ron Field's The Seminole Wars: 1818-58, a survey of the equipment, history and organization of the world's military forces. It packs in campaigns and details on the fighting men of both sides." - The Bookwatch (December 2009) "The campaigns make for dramatic reading, through Field resists the temptation to embellish with colorful language. Instead, he lets the combatants' actions speak for themselves (literally, in some cases, as Field makes excellent use of primary documents penned by American soldiers). Careful attention is paid not only to what happened, but why. Despite the slim dimension of the book---48 pages---there is a surprising depth of information here. Brilliantly rendered color plates, contemporary prints, and early photographs perfectly complement the text... The Seminole Wars 1818-58 is a concise but invaluable look at three poorly remembered wars that tested the endurance of combatants on both sides and ultimately shaped modern Florida." -Andrew Hind, Muzzleloader, "The campaigns make for dramatic reading, through Field resists the temptation to embellish with colorful language. Instead, he lets the combatants' actions speak for themselves (literally, in some cases, as Field makes excellent use of primary documents penned by American soldiers). Careful attention is paid not only to what happened, but why. Despite the slim dimension of the book--48 pages--there is a surprising depth of information here. Brilliantly rendered color plates, contemporary prints, and early photographs perfectly complement the text... The Seminole Wars 1818-58 is a concise but invaluable look at three poorly remembered wars that tested the endurance of combatants on both sides and ultimately shaped modern Florida." -- Andrew Hind, Muzzleloader "American history holdings will welcome Ron Field's The Seminole Wars: 1818-58, a survey of the equipment, history and organization of the world's military forces. It packs in campaigns and details on the fighting men of both sides." -- The Bookwatch (December 2009), "American history holdings will welcome Ron Field'sThe Seminole Wars: 1818-58,a survey of the equipment, history and organization of the world's military forces. It packs in campaigns and details on the fighting men of both sides." -The Bookwatch (December 2009), "American history holdings will welcome Ron Field'sThe Seminole Wars: 1818-58,a survey of the equipment, history and organization of the world's military forces. It packs in campaigns and details on the fighting men of both sides." -The Bookwatch (December 2009) "The campaigns make for dramatic reading, through Field resists the temptation to embellish with colorful language. Instead, he lets the combatants' actions speak for themselves (literally, in some cases, as Field makes excellent use of primary documents penned by American soldiers). Careful attention is paid not only to what happened, but why. Despite the slim dimension of the book---48 pages---there is a surprising depth of information here. Brilliantly rendered color plates, contemporary prints, and early photographs perfectly complement the text...The Seminole Wars 1818-58is a concise but invaluable look at three poorly remembered wars that tested the endurance of combatants on both sides and ultimately shaped modern Florida." -Andrew Hind,Muzzleloader
Dewey Edition22
Series Volume Number454
Dewey Decimal973.5
Table Of ContentIntroduction /The First Seminole War 1818-19 /The Second Seminole War 1835-42 /The Third Seminole War 1855-58 /Seminole Dress /US Uniforms, Weapons and Equipage /Select Bibliography /Plate Commentaries /Index
SynopsisThis volume details the crucial chapter in the history of the Indian Wars. The Seminole of Florida were one of the largest tribes of Native Americans living in peace with settlers. They traded with the Americans, the English and the Spanish, lived in cabins, planted crops and raised cattle. However, by 1815, frontier Americans had grown increasingly envious of their relative wealth and land, and resentful of their harboring of former slaves. They entered into three successive wars with the Seminole tribes, the second, seven-year-long war proving extremely costly in terms of money and manpower as the Seminole emerged as a stubborn and effective fighting force, especially in forest and swamp conditions. Ultimately, however, the sheer weight of the opposing forces overwhelmed them, and only a few dogged resistors clung to the idea of freedom until the third war led to the surrender of the chief. This book reveals the dramatic stories behind the three fierce Seminole wars, fought over a period of 41 years. Illustrated with careful reconstructions of the colorful and varied clothing and uniforms worn by both sides, the author discusses the organization and history of a tribe that fought to the bitter end, albeit unsuccessfully, in the pursuit of freedom.
LC Classification NumberE83.817
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- 07 Dec, 2021
Tactical equipment and clothing
Good basic resource for a designated time period and reference on not only clothing, equipment and history of the various natives and outsiders who made what became the Seminole tribe.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 06 Jun, 2024
Great book of history.
Great book of history.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
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