02470cam a22003613u 4500 65863 UtSlPG 20260610134524.0 m cr n 260607r2021||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 02015028 UtSlPG en iso639-1 E011 Bourke, John Gregory, 1846-1896 On the Border with Crook Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2021 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2021-07-18 KD Weeks, Donald Cummings and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "On the Border with Crook" by John Gregory Bourke is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work details the experiences of Captain Bourke and his fellow soldiers during their military service on the American frontier, focusing on the campaigns led by General George Crook against the Apache tribes. The narrative offers insights into the challenges faced by the army, the relationships with Native Americans, and the vivid landscapes of the southwestern United States. At the start of the book, Bourke establishes the setting at Old Camp Grant, Arizona, portraying a vivid and often harsh military life. He introduces readers to daily routines, the difficult living conditions for the troops, and the surrounding landscapes filled with dangerous wildlife. As he recounts life at the camp, Bourke shares humorous anecdotes about soldiering, the unique flora and fauna of Arizona, and the cultural intricacies of interactions with the Apaches. The narrative hints at future conflicts and adventures, setting up a rich tapestry of frontier life against the backdrop of military history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Generals -- United States -- Biography Crook, George, 1829-1890 Bourke, John Gregory, 1846-1896 United States. Army. Cavalry -- Biography Indians of North America -- Wars -- 1866-1895 -- Personal narratives https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/65863 106685 106685