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Frontier Cavalry Trooper: The Letters Of Private Eddie Matthews, 18691874
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During His Five Years In The Army, Private William Edward Matthews Wrote A Series Of Exceptionally Detailed And Engaging Letters To His Family Back Home In Maryland Describing His Life In The Arizona And New Mexico Territories. Eddie Matthews'S Letters, Published Here For The First Time, Provide An Unparalleled Chronicle Of One Soldier'S Experiences In Garrison And In The Field In The Postcivil War Southwest.Eddie'S Letters Record A Vivid Chronicle Of Daytoday Life In The Frontier Regulars. Included Are Operational Details In His Company, Candid Observations Of People And Places, Intimate Views Of Frontier Society, And Personal Opinions That Probably Would Have Been Forgotten Or Moderated Had He Recorded His Experiences Later In Life. More Subtle Are His Valuable References To The State Of Transportation And Communication In The Southwest During The Early 1870S. Matthews Probably Did Not Realize Until Later Years That He Was Not Only A Witness To The Nation'S Rapid Westward Expansion, But Was Himself A Tiny Cog In The Machinery That Made It Possible.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Frontier Cavalry Trooper: The Letters of Private Eddie Matthews, 1869-1874'? A: The book focuses on the detailed letters written by Private William Edward Matthews, providing insights into his life in the Arizona and New Mexico Territories during his military service between 1869 and 1874.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of the book is Douglas C. McChristian.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Frontier Cavalry Trooper'? A: The book contains a total of 432 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book being sold? A: The used book is described as being in very good condition.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on April 30, 2013.
- Q: Is this book a first edition? A: Yes, this book is noted as a first edition.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from Eddie Matthews's letters? A: Readers can expect to learn about daily life in the frontier army, operations of his company, societal observations, and personal insights into transportation and communication during the early 1870s.
- Q: Is there any mention of historical context in the book? A: Yes, the letters provide a historical context of post-Civil War America and the westward expansion.
- Q: Who would benefit from reading this book? A: History enthusiasts, scholars, and anyone interested in military history, particularly regarding the American Southwest, would benefit from reading this book.