The Great Salt Lake Trail by Henry Inman and Buffalo Bill

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Author Inman, Henry, 1837-1899
Author Buffalo Bill, 1846-1917
Title The Great Salt Lake Trail
Note Reading ease score: 71.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits This eBook was produced by Michael Overton
Summary "The Great Salt Lake Trail" by Colonel Henry Inman and Colonel William F. Cody, known as Buffalo Bill, is a historical account penned in the late 19th century that chronicles the significant trails across the Great Plains of America, especially the Salt Lake Trail. The book explores the compelling narratives surrounding the Mormon migration, key explorations, and the various expeditions that traversed this rugged terrain, highlighting the courage and tenacity required in those early times. At the start of this work, the authors outline the historical context of the Salt Lake Trail, emphasizing its role as a pathway for Mormons seeking a new home and for explorers like Fremont and Stansbury. The narrative vividly describes the hardships faced by these pioneers, including confrontations with Native American tribes and the harsh realities of a life on the trail. The opening chapters set the stage for a detailed exploration of both the geographical challenges and significant events that shaped the trail’s legacy, such as the establishment of trading posts and the infamous Pony Express, while also hinting at the adventures of Buffalo Bill himself, who began his notable career on this very trail. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class F590.3: United States local history: The West. Trans-Mississippi Region. Great Plains
Subject West (U.S.) -- Description and travel
Subject Frontier and pioneer life -- West (U.S.)
Subject Indians of North America -- West (U.S.)
Subject Roads -- West (U.S.)
Subject Trails -- West (U.S.)
Category Text
EBook-No. 5718
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 29, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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