The Story of the Pony Express by Glenn D. Bradley
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"The Story of the Pony Express" by Glenn D. Bradley is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the fascinating narrative of the Pony Express, focusing on its inception, operations, and significance during a critical period in American history, particularly relating to the Civil War. The opening of the book sets the stage for the Pony Express's role in bridging the communication gap between the East
and West during a time of national crisis. It outlines the challenges faced by the Express, including geographical barriers and the looming threat of the secession of states. Notably, the author emphasizes the urgency for rapid communication as tensions rose before the Civil War, showcasing the Pony Express as not only a transportation service but also a vital link for maintaining unity in a divided nation. The narrative hints at tales of bravery and endurance as it moves beyond mere logistics, highlighting human sacrifices behind the swift delivery of mail across treacherous terrains. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Bradley, Glenn D. (Glenn Danford), 1884-1930 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Story of the Pony Express |
| Credits | Produced by David A. Schwan. HTML version by Al Haines. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 58.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HE: Social sciences: Transportation and communications |
| Subject | Pony express |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 4671 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-04671-6 |
| Release Date | Nov 1, 2003 |
| Last Update | Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 794 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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