The Mormon Battalion Its History and Achievements

The Mormon Battalion: Its History And Achievements is a book written by B. H. Roberts that provides a detailed account of the Mormon Battalion, a group of approximately 500 Latter-day Saint men who were enlisted by the United States government to fight in the Mexican-American War in 1846. The book chronicles the journey of the battalion from its formation in Iowa to its arrival in California, highlighting the challenges and triumphs the soldiers faced along the way. Roberts draws from a variety of sources, including journals, letters, and official military records, to provide a comprehensive and engaging narrative of the battalion's experiences. He also explores the impact of the battalion on the history of the West, discussing its role in opening up new territories and helping to establish the state of California.In addition to its historical content, The Mormon Battalion: Its History And Achievements also delves into the religious beliefs and practices of the soldiers, providing insight into the role of faith in their lives and their experiences as members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Overall, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American West, the Mexican-American War, or the role of religion in shaping the lives of early pioneers.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.