The Prisoners Of Perote

The Prisoners Of Perote is a historical book written by William Preston Stapp and originally published in 1845. The book is a personal account of Stapp's experiences as a prisoner of war during the Mexican-American War (1846-1848). Stapp was a member of the Texas Rangers and was captured by Mexican forces in 1842. He was taken to the Perote Prison in Mexico, where he spent two years as a prisoner. The book is written in the form of a journal, with Stapp recording his daily experiences and observations. He describes the harsh conditions of the prison, including the poor quality of food and the lack of medical care. Stapp also writes about the relationships he formed with his fellow prisoners and the ways in which they supported each other during their captivity. Throughout the book, Stapp provides a detailed account of the political and military events that led to the Mexican-American War. He also offers his own opinions on the conflict and the reasons behind it. The book is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the experiences of American prisoners of war during the Mexican-American War.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of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.