Pioneers of the Old Southwest

Pioneers of the Old Southwest is a historical account of the early settlers and explorers of the American Southwest. Written by Constance Lindsay Skinner, this book is part of the Chronicles of America series, which aims to provide a comprehensive history of the United States. Skinner's book takes the reader on a journey through the rugged terrain of the Southwest, beginning with the Spanish conquistadors who first explored the region in the 16th century. The book then follows the trailblazing pioneers who settled in the area during the 18th and 19th centuries, including Daniel Boone, Davy Crockett, and Sam Houston. Throughout the book, Skinner paints a vivid picture of life in the Old Southwest, describing the challenges and triumphs of these early settlers as they battled harsh weather, hostile Native American tribes, and the constant threat of violence. She also explores the complex social and political dynamics of the region, including the tensions between Anglo settlers and Hispanic residents. Overall, Pioneers of the Old Southwest offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal period of American history, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Southwest or the broader story of the United States.1921. Volume 18 of 50. The Chronicles of America Series is dedicated to presenting the main facts surrounding American history and the interesting historical stories behind civilization in America. In the present work, Pioneers of the Old Southwest, the reader will find a chronicle of the dark and bloody ground, which is a narrative founded largely on original sources, that being the writings and journals of pioneers and contemporary observers, and on the public documents of the period as printed in the colonial records and in the American archives. 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.