The Battle Of The Big Hole

The Battle Of The Big Hole is a historical account of General Gibbon's engagement with the Nez Perces Indians in the Big Hole Valley, Montana, on August 9th, 1877. The book was written by George O. Shields and was first published in 1889. The book provides a detailed description of the battle, including the events leading up to it, the strategies employed by both sides, and the aftermath. Shields draws on primary sources, including letters, diaries, and official reports, to provide a comprehensive and accurate account of the battle. He also provides background information on the Nez Perces Indians and their history with the United States government. The book is considered an important historical document and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American West, Native American history, or military history.This scarce antiquarian book is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.