The Battle Of The Big Hole

The Battle of the Big Hole is a historical account of the conflict between General Gibbon's troops and the Nez Perce Indians in the Big Hole Valley of Montana on August 9th, 1877. Written by George O. Shields and originally published in 1889, the book provides a detailed description of the battle and its aftermath, drawing on primary sources and eyewitness accounts. The author explores the events leading up to the conflict, including the Nez Perce's flight from their homeland in the Pacific Northwest and their encounters with other American troops. Shields also examines the tactics used by both sides during the battle, highlighting the bravery and skill of the Nez Perce warriors and the challenges faced by the American soldiers. The book concludes with an analysis of the impact of the battle on both the Nez Perce and the American military, and its significance in the larger context of the Indian Wars. Overall, The Battle of the Big Hole is a comprehensive and engaging account of an important moment in American history.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.