The Indians of the Pike's Peak Region: Including an Account of the Battle of Sand Creek, and of Occurrences in El Paso County, Colorado, during the War with the Cheyennes and Arapahoes, in 1864 and 1868

Author: Howbert, Irving

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"The Indians of the Pike's Peak Region" by Irving Howbert is a captivating historical account that delves into the Battle of Sand Creek and the events that unfolded in El Paso County, Colorado, during the war with the Cheyennes and Arapahoes in 1864 and 1868. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, Howbert paints a vivid picture of the conflicts, alliances, and struggles faced by both Native American tribes and settlers in the region. From the brutalities of war to the complexities of cultural clashes, this book offers a compelling exploration of a tumultuous period in American history.

Genres: Historical non-fiction, Native American history, Western history

Themes: Conflict and violence, cultural clashes, colonization and settlement, Native American perspectives, historical memory

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