02470cam a22003253u 4500 69801 UtSlPG 20260610134620.0 m cr n 260607r20231915utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 E011 Freeman, Merrill Pingree, 1844-1915 The dread Apache: That early-day scourge of the Southwest Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2023 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2023-01-14 David E. Brown and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "The Dread Apache: That Early-Day Scourge of the Southwest" by Dr. M. P. Freeman is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book highlights the tumultuous and often violent interactions between Native American tribes, particularly the Apache, and the settlers during the westward expansion in the Southwest United States. It aims to illustrate the significant impact of Apache raids on pioneers and their communities, emphasizing the treachery and cunning of the Apache in their confrontations with settlers. The narrative details various accounts of violence, capturing the essence of life in the Southwest during these confrontations. It recounts infamous incidents, such as brutal ambushes and the tragic stories of victims like Judge McComas and his family, as well as heroic figures who stood against the Apache threat. The book is rich in anecdotal evidence, painting a vivid picture of the frontier life marked by terror, resilience, and the complex relationships between the indigenous peoples and early settlers. Through the tales of notorious outlaws like the Apache Kid, the author sheds light on the dangers that permeated daily life while also offering a glimpse into the culture of the Apaches and their relentless struggle. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: United States: None listed, 1915 Indians of North America -- Southwest, New Apache Indians Apache Kid, approximately 1860- https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/69801 110563 110563