The Mormon Battalion: Its History and Achievements is a book written by B.H. Roberts that provides a comprehensive account of the Mormon Battalion, a group of 500 Latter-day Saint men who were enlisted in the United States Army during the Mexican-American War. The book details the history of the battalion, from its formation in July 1846 to its disbandment in July 1847, and explores the achievements and experiences of the soldiers who served in it. Roberts draws on a variety of sources, including diaries and letters written ...
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The Mormon Battalion: Its History and Achievements is a book written by B.H. Roberts that provides a comprehensive account of the Mormon Battalion, a group of 500 Latter-day Saint men who were enlisted in the United States Army during the Mexican-American War. The book details the history of the battalion, from its formation in July 1846 to its disbandment in July 1847, and explores the achievements and experiences of the soldiers who served in it. Roberts draws on a variety of sources, including diaries and letters written by members of the battalion, to provide a detailed and engaging narrative of their journey from Council Bluffs, Iowa to San Diego, California. He discusses the challenges they faced along the way, including harsh weather conditions, difficult terrain, and encounters with hostile Native American tribes. The book also explores the role of the Mormon Battalion in the Mexican-American War, including their participation in the Battle of San Pasqual and their contributions to the capture of Tucson and the conquest of California. Roberts provides a balanced view of the battalion's involvement in the war, acknowledging both their loyalty to the United States and their religious convictions that made their service difficult. Overall, The Mormon Battalion: Its History and Achievements is a fascinating and informative book that sheds light on a little-known chapter in American history. It is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of the American West, the Mexican-American War, or the history of the Latter-day Saint movement.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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