Winged Arrow's Medicine; Or, The Massacre at Fort Phil Kearney

Language: EnglishPublished: April 6, 2020

Subjects:

Conduct of life Juvenile fiction Youth Courage Soldiers Indians of North America Hunting Massacres Youth and death Prisoners Ambition Fetterman Fight, Wyo., 1866 Red Cloud's War, 1866-1867 Treaties Wyoming History

Bookshelves:

Fiction Children & Young Adult Reading History - American

Authors:

Castlemon, Harry
1842 - 1915
Fry, W. H. [Illustrator]

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About this book

In the turbulent era of westward expansion, the clash between settlers and Native Americans reached a boiling point at Fort Phil Kearney. "Winged Arrow's Medicine; Or, The Massacre at Fort Phil Kearney" by Harry Castlemon immerses readers in this pivotal moment, exploring themes of honor and survival amidst chaos. Follow Guy Preston, a young second lieutenant, as he navigates the complexities of duty and morality while confronting the stark realities of war. This historical novel vividly captures the tension of unalienable rights and the harsh consequences of conflict. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians, this compelling narrative sheds light on a crucial chapter in American history, challenging readers to reflect on the cost of progress.