Their heads filled with images of glory and battle, most young men
joined the frontier army only to endure a life of tedious drills,
bad meals, uncomfortable quarters, and ill-fitting uniforms.
Working hard seven days a week and in all weather, soldiers
frequently found themselves lonely and bored, with little
opportunity for advancement but many ways to be
punished????????????all for $13 a month. Focusing on the Indian
Wars period of the 1840s through the 1890s, Life of a Soldier on
the Western Frontier captures the daily challenges faced by the
typical enlisted man and explores the role soldiers played in the
conquering of the American frontier. In addition to describing the
nitty-gritty details of a soldier's daily life, this fascinating
study explores the Indian Wars from the perspective of both the
military and the Indians and examines all aspects of the
post????????????Civil War army, including its organization, its
weapons, and its personnel. The book also contains two appendices,
one summarizing significant battles and the other listing selected
western forts. Both include site locations and information for
visitors. Dozens of photos and several maps add to the reader's
understanding and enjoyment.
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