Publisher's Synopsis
The March of the Mormon Battalion from Council Bluffs to California is a historical account of the journey undertaken by a group of Mormon soldiers in the mid-19th century. The book is written by Henry Standage, a member of the battalion, who kept a detailed journal of the experience. The Mormon Battalion was formed in 1846, during the Mexican-American War, as a way for members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to contribute to the war effort. The group marched from Council Bluffs, Iowa to California, covering over 2,000 miles in just over five months.Standage's journal provides a firsthand account of the challenges the battalion faced, including harsh weather conditions, difficult terrain, and encounters with Native American tribes. The book also offers insight into the daily life of the battalion, including their routines, social interactions, and religious practices.In addition to Standage's journal entries, the book includes maps of the battalion's route and illustrations of the soldiers and their equipment. Overall, The March of the Mormon Battalion from Council Bluffs to California offers a unique perspective on a little-known chapter in American history.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.
