Porter, Joseph C.

General George Crook: His Autobiography

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ISBN 13:: 9780806119823
author:: Porter, Joseph C.
format:: Paperback
publisher:: University of Oklahoma Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 1986
Pages:: 326
Genre:: Biography & autobiography: general
Condition:: New
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General George Crook's autobiography is a candid and insightful account of his life and career as a military officer in the American West. Spanning from his graduation from West Point in 1852 to June 18, 1876, this memoir offers a unique perspective on the experiences of a man who rose from humble beginnings to become one of the highest-ranking officers of his time.

Through his own writings and supplementary material from diaries, letters, and contemporary newspapers, Crook provides a detailed and engaging narrative that sheds light on the complexities of military history and the character of its key figures. This western Americana classic is notable for its frank analysis of situations and its candid judgments of men and events.

Edited and annotated by Martin F. Schmitt, this autobiography offers a valuable contribution to our understanding of military history and the experiences of those who shaped it. With its strong western flavor and rich historical detail, General George Crook's autobiography is an important read for anyone interested in the American West and its storied past.

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