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John Gregory Bourke served General George Crook for 15 years and was his right-hand man. This work is an account of his time with the legendary US Army officer in the post-Civil War West. On the Border with Crook is a written recollection of Crook’s campaigns during the American Indian Wars. Bourke makes the American frontier come alive with his description. He also included descriptions not only of Crook and his fellow cavalrymen, but also of legendary Native American leaders. Bourke argues that Crook etched his name into the annals of American history.

On the Border with Crook has been regarded as one of the best firsthand accounts of frontier army life. The author writes about the landscape of the Southwest with incredible imagery and accuracy, his impressions of the Arizona Territory, the hardships of frontier service, and honest accounts of combat. What is most impressive about Bourke’s work is the equal attention he gives to both soldier and Native American alike, making On the Border with Crook the essential audiobook for students of history interested in the American frontier.

Public Domain (P)2020 Blackstone Publishing Americas Military & War United States Native American War Old West Wild West Civil War
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Very detailed and interesting account of life on the frontier not only from the author’s perspective but also that of the natives.

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An excellent, detailed account of the often overlooked campaigns of General Crook against hostile tribes, written by an officer who was there to witness them. Being published in the 1890s, the memories are still fresh and the views of the author authentic. I always consider General Crook to have been a superb officer despite any failings during the Little Big Horn campaign, and this account backs this view including highlighting his fair and honest dealings with his often very violent opponents. Fascinating times recounted in an entertaining and thorough manner.

A fascinating account of General Crook’s world and campaigns.

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