Nez Perce Joseph: An Account of His Ancestors, His Lands, His Confederates, His Enemies, His Murders
- 292pagine
- 11 ore di lettura
Il generale Oliver Otis Howard fu un ufficiale di carriera dell'esercito degli Stati Uniti e un generale dell'Unione nella Guerra Civile americana. Noto come il "generale cristiano" per la sua profonda pietà religiosa che informava le sue decisioni politiche, assunse la guida del Freedmen's Bureau. In questo ruolo, cercò di integrare gli ex schiavi nella società e nella politica del Sud, tentando di proteggerli da condizioni ostili nonostante la ripetuta frustrazione dovuta alla sua mancanza di autorità. Howard fu anche una figura chiave nella promozione dell'istruzione superiore per i liberati, in particolare fondando la Howard University.






Oliver Otis Howard's portrait of a brave young soldier during the Civil War is a timeless classic that will captivate readers of all ages. Follow Henry as he joins the Union Army and struggles to survive the many challenges and dangers of battle. With vivid descriptions and realistic characters, Howard has created a work of historical fiction that is both exciting and enlightening.
A biography of General Zachary Taylor, the 12th President of the United States. The book covers Taylor's military career, including his service in the Mexican-American War, as well as his brief but eventful presidency. The author, Oliver Otis Howard, was himself a veteran of the Civil War and knew many of the figures involved in Taylor's life and career. This book is an informative and engaging portrait of an important figure in American history.