The Battle of the Big Hole by G. O. Shields
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"The Battle of the Big Hole" by G. O. Shields is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book details the events surrounding General Gibbon's engagement with the Nez Percé Indians in August 1877, a significant conflict during the Nez Percé War. The narrative focuses on the intricacies of the battle, the strategies employed, and the bravery demonstrated by the soldiers and Indian warriors alike. The opening of the
book sets the stage for the historical context of the Nez Percé War, explaining the treaties and tensions that led to the conflict. It introduces key figures such as Chief Joseph and General Gibbon, providing a brief backdrop on the pressures faced by the Nez Percé tribe and the military efforts to contain them. It outlines Gibbon's preparations and movements before the critical battle, emphasizing the challenges and the odds against him. Through vivid descriptions, it hints at the fierce confrontation about to unfold, foreshadowing themes of heroism, tragedy, and the fight for survival that define the upcoming narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Shields, G. O. (George O.), 1846-1925 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 02016602 |
| Title |
The Battle of the Big Hole A History of General Gibbon's Engagement with Nez Percés Indians in the Big Hole Valley, Montana, August 9th, 1877. |
| Credits |
Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 64.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E011: History: America: America |
| Subject | Big Hole, Battle of the, Mont., 1877 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 31549 |
| Release Date | Mar 8, 2010 |
| Last Update | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 364 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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