Publisher's Synopsis
A History Of Dickinson County, Iowa: Together With An Account Of The Spirit Lake Massacre, And The Indian Troubles On The Northwestern Frontier is a non-fiction book written by Roderick A. Smith and published in 1902. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Dickinson County, Iowa, from its earliest settlement to the turn of the 20th century. The book also includes a detailed account of the Spirit Lake Massacre, which occurred in 1857, during which a group of Sioux Indians attacked a settlement near Spirit Lake, Iowa, killing several settlers and taking others captive. The book provides a detailed description of the events leading up to the massacre, as well as the aftermath and the impact it had on the local community.In addition to the Spirit Lake Massacre, the book also covers the Indian troubles that occurred on the northwestern frontier during the mid-19th century, including conflicts with the Sioux, the Ojibwe, and other Native American tribes. The book provides a detailed account of the various battles and skirmishes that took place, as well as the political and social factors that contributed to these conflicts.Overall, A History Of Dickinson County, Iowa: Together With An Account Of The Spirit Lake Massacre, And The Indian Troubles On The Northwestern Frontier provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of Iowa and the struggles faced by early settlers and Native American tribes during the 19th century. It is a valuable resource for historians, students, and anyone interested in the history of the American Midwest.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.
