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"The authors use moving first-person commentaries and accounts to illustrate and explain these issues and situations. Additionally, the text is illustrated with rare photographs from the Western Reserve Historical Society's archives."--BOOK JACKET.
Reproduction of the original: Wigwam and War-path; Or the Royal Chief in Chains by Alfred Benjamin Meacham
A. B. Meacham's 'Wigwam and War-path; Or, the Royal Chief in Chains' is a captivating historical novel that transports readers to the turbulent era of the American Revolution. The book skillfully weaves together a complex narrative of war, love, and betrayal set against the backdrop of Native American culture and British colonialism. Meacham's use of vivid imagery and evocative language brings the setting to life, immersing the reader in the sights, sounds, and emotions of the time period. Drawing on both historical research and literary creativity, Meacham presents a unique perspective on the clash of civilizations during this pivotal moment in American history. A. B. Meacham, a renowned historian and novelist, brings his expertise in Native American studies to bear in 'Wigwam and War-path'. His deep understanding of the cultural complexities and power dynamics at play in the era shines through in the meticulous attention to detail and nuanced character development. Meacham's passion for preserving and interpreting history is evident in every page, showcasing his dedication to bringing lesser-known stories to light. For readers interested in a compelling and thought-provoking exploration of the American Revolutionary War from an Indigenous perspective, 'Wigwam and War-path; Or, the Royal Chief in Chains' is a must-read. Meacham's masterful storytelling and insightful commentary make this book a valuable addition to any collection of historical fiction.
V. 2, or "Second series," contains material on "Cotton, the corner-stone of slavery," the abolition movement, capital punishment, woman suffrage, the labor movement, temperance, Christianity, the Puritan principle, and education; and tributes to Theodore Parker, Francis Jackson, Abraham Lincoln, Helen Eliza Garrison, and Harriet Martineau. Prefatory note signed: Theodore C. Pease.
Death is what life is all about! It’s hot in the jungle. And with the Rat Bastards, what’s hot becomes sheer hell. Prison can slow them down. Women can make them happy. But it’s killing that keeps them going. In the jungle, every shadow, every noise can mean friend – or foe. They shoot first and ask questions never. For them, the war is always just beginning… The Rat Bastards.
In a gripping tale of love, loyalty, and the search for truth, a young Russian interpreter navigates the complexities of life during the tumultuous years following World War II. Born to an English mother and Russian father, Vladimir Rogov finds himself torn between two worlds as he witnesses the rise of the Soviet Union. When an unexpected romance blossoms with an English girl, Vladimir must choose between his heart and his homeland. This poignant story explores the depths of the human spirit, the power of faith, and the unbreakable bonds of family against the backdrop of a world on the brink of change.
In the final days of World War II in Europe, Georgians serving in the Wehrmacht on Texel island off the Dutch coast rose up and slaughtered their German masters. Hitler ordered the island to be retaken and fighting continued for weeks, well after the war's end. The uprising had it origins in the bloody history of Georgia in the twentieth century, a history that saw the country move from German occupation, to three short years of independence, to Soviet rule after it was conquered by the Red Army in 1921. A bloody rebellion against the Soviets took place in 1924, but it remained under Russian Soviet rule. Thousands of Georgians served in the Soviet forces during World War II and among those who were captured, given the choice of “starve or fight”, some took up the German offer to don Wehrmacht uniforms. The loyalty of the Georgians was always in doubt, as Hitler himself suspected, and once deployed to the Netherlands, the Georgian soldiers made contact with the local Communist resistance. When the opportunity arose, the Georgians took the decision to rise up and slaughter the Germans, seizing control of the island. In just a few hours, they massacred some 400 German officers using knives and bayonets to avoid raising the alarm. An enraged Hitler learned about the mutiny and ordered the Germans to fight back, showing no mercy to either the Georgians or the Dutch civilians who hid them. It was not until 20 May, 12 days after the war had ended, that Canadian forces landed on the island and finally put an end to the slaughter. Eric Lee explores this fascinating but little known last battle of the Second World War: its origins, the incredible details of the battle and its ongoing legacy.
While soldiers were off fighting on the fields of war, civilians on the home front fought their own daily struggles, sometimes removed from the violence but often enough from deep within the maelstrom of conflict. Chapters provide readers with an excellent, detailed description of how women, children, slaves, and Native Americans coped with privation and looming threat, and how they often used, or tried to use, periods of turmoil to their own advantage. While it is the soldiers who are often remembered for their strength, honor, and courage, it is the civilians who keep life going during wartime. This volume presents the lives of these brave citizens during the early colonial era, the American Revolution, the War of 1812, the Mexican War, and the Civil War. This volume begins with Armstrong Starkey's detailed description of wartime life during the American Colonial era, beginning with the Jamestown, VA settlement of 1607. Among his discussions of civilian lives during the Pequot War, King Philip's War, and the Seven Years' War, Starkey also examines Native American attitudes regarding war, Puritan lives, and Salem witchcraft and its connection to war. Wayne E. Lee continues with his chapter on the American Revolution, investigating how difficult it was for civilians to choose sides, including a telling look at soldier recruitment strategies. He also surveys how inflation and shortages adversely affected civilians, in addition to disease, women's roles, slaves, and Native Americans as civilians. Richard V. Barbuto discusses the War of 1812, taking a close look at life on the ever-expanding frontier, rural homes and families, and jobs and education in city life. Gregory S. Hospodor observes American life during the Mexican War, examining how that conflict amplified domestic tensions caused by sharply divided but closely-held beliefs about national expansion and slavery. Continuing, James Marten looks at southern life in the South during the Civil War, examining the constant burden of supporting Confederate armies or coping with invading northern ones. Paul A. Cimbala concludes this volume with a look at northerner's lives during the Civil War, offering an outstanding essay on a home front mobilized for a titanic struggle, and how the war, no matter how remote, became omnipresent in daily life.