The Winning of the West, Volume 4 by Theodore Roosevelt
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| Author | Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919 |
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| Title |
The Winning of the West, Volume 4
Louisiana and the Northwest, 1791-1807 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 56.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Mark Hamann, Terry Gilliland and PG Distributed Proofreaders |
| Summary | "The Winning of the West, Volume 4" by Theodore Roosevelt is a historical account written during the late 19th century. This volume chronicles pivotal developments in the expansion of the United States Westward, specifically focusing on the period from 1791 to 1807, which includes significant conflicts with the Northwestern Indians and the acquisition of Louisiana. Roosevelt delves into themes of national growth, frontier life, and interactions with Native American tribes, painting a vivid picture of the era. The opening of the volume sets the stage for the dramatic westward expansion of the United States, beginning with the complicated relationships between settlers and Native Americans during the late 18th century. Roosevelt recounts the pressures faced by the fledgling government as settlers pushed into new territories, exacerbating conflicts with indigenous populations. He highlights key military campaigns, particularly the concerted efforts of figures like Anthony Wayne and the broader implications of these struggles for the future of the nation. The narrative emphasizes the themes of bravery, hardship, and the struggle for dominance over the western frontier, offering readers insight into the complexities of America's expansionist history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E151: History: America: United States |
| Subject | Northwest, Old -- History |
| Subject | West (U.S.) -- History |
| Subject | United States -- Territorial expansion |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 11944 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 26, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 79 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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