Publisher's Synopsis
Diary Of The Overland Trail 1849 And Letters 1849-50 Of Captain David De Wolf is a historical book that provides a first-hand account of the overland journey made by Captain David De Wolf and his fellow travelers in 1849. The book is a compilation of De Wolf's personal diary entries and letters that he wrote during his journey from Missouri to California. The diary entries and letters provide a vivid and detailed description of the challenges and hardships that the pioneers faced during their journey across the plains, mountains, and deserts. De Wolf's writing captures the daily struggles of the travelers, including the harsh weather conditions, lack of food and water, and the constant threat of attacks from Native American tribes. The book also provides a glimpse into the social and cultural aspects of the journey. De Wolf writes about the diverse group of people who traveled with him, including miners, farmers, and merchants, and their interactions with each other. He also describes the natural beauty of the landscape and the wildlife that they encountered along the way. Overall, Diary Of The Overland Trail 1849 And Letters 1849-50 Of Captain David De Wolf is a valuable historical document that provides a unique perspective on the overland journey of the pioneers. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of the American West and the experiences of those who traveled across it.This Article Is Contained In The Transactions Of The Illinois State Historical Society For The Year 1925.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.
