Bad Hand. A Biography Of General Ranald S. Mackenzie

ROBINSON, CHARLES M., III

Other works by ROBINSON, CHARLES M., III

Publication: State House Press, 1993, Austin

First Edition. #14 of Special Edition of 50 Numbered and Signed copies. Half-Leather and white cloth, in matching white cloth Slipcase, as issued. xviii, 392pp. Numerous illustrations. 8 Maps. Foreword. Prologue. Notes. Bibliography. Index. Book traces Mackenzie's early life, education at West Point, where he graduated at the top of his class, and his distinguished Civil War service. He fought in numerous major battles and was wounded multiple times, earning the respect of superiors and subordinates alike. After the war, Mackenzie turned his focus to the Western frontier, where he played a central role in the Indian Wars. His campaigns against the Comanche, Kiowa, and other Plains tribes, especially the decisive Battle of Palo Duro Canyon, were instrumental in ending organized Native American resistance in Texas and the surrounding territories. An excellent biography of this important officer and military leader in many various Indian Wars campaigns. As New condition.

Inventory Number: 52808