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by Nolie Mumey (Author), Lemuel Ford (Author)
""March of the First Dragoons to the Rocky Mountains in 1835: The Diaries and Maps of Lemuel Ford"" is a historical book written by Nolie Mumey. The book chronicles the journey of the First Dragoons, a regiment of the United States Army, as they made their way from Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, to the Rocky Mountains in 1835. The book draws heavily from the diaries and maps of Lemuel Ford, a member of the regiment who documented the journey in great detail.The book provides a vivid account of the challenges and triumphs faced by the First Dragoons as they traversed the rugged terrain of the American West. It describes the encounters with Native American tribes, the harsh weather conditions, and the difficulties of maintaining supply lines in such an unforgiving environment. The book also provides insights into the daily life of the soldiers, their relationships with each other, and their attitudes towards the mission.In addition to the diary entries, the book includes detailed maps of the route taken by the First Dragoons, as well as illustrations and photographs of the landscapes and people encountered along the way. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American West, the United States Army, or the experiences of early explorers and settlers in this region.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.
