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Campaigning with Crook and Stories of Army Life

Campaigning with Crook and Stories of Army Life

King, Captain Charles

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Military BiographiesFiction AnthologiesArmed Forces

ISBN10: 1162803398
ISBN13: 9781162803395
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 328
Weight: 0.97
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Campaigning with Crook and Stories of Army Life is a book written by Captain Charles King, a renowned American author and military officer. The book is a collection of personal experiences and stories from his time in the military, particularly during his campaigns with General George Crook in the late 1800s. The book provides a vivid account of the harsh realities of army life during this time, including the challenges and dangers of fighting against Native American tribes, as well as the camaraderie and brotherhood that developed among soldiers. Captain King shares his experiences of traveling through rugged terrain, enduring harsh weather conditions, and engaging in intense battles with the enemy. In addition to his firsthand accounts of military campaigns, the book also includes several short stories that offer a glimpse into the everyday life of soldiers in the late 1800s. These stories provide a unique perspective on the social dynamics and cultural norms of the time, as well as the personal struggles and triumphs of individual soldiers. Overall, Campaigning with Crook and Stories of Army Life is a fascinating and insightful read for anyone interested in American military history, as well as those who enjoy tales of adventure and bravery. Captain King's writing style is engaging and descriptive, making it easy for readers to imagine themselves in the midst of the action.1890. Illustrated. The literary novels of Charles King are ones of Victorian ideals, morals and views played out on western frontiers, the Civil War, and the Spanish Philippines. His often melodramatic stories are based on personal adventures and experiences with detailed observations and opinions arising from specific times and places. Publishing over 60 novels and numerous short stories, King was a popular author in his day, yet today is known mostly for this volume, Campaigning With Crook. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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