wars

"A deeply-researched, dramatic, and character-driven narrative account of the violent struggle between Union and Confederate forces to claim the American West during the Civil War"--.

Discusses rivalries among Native American tribes, the reasons for them, and the impact of the arrival of Europeans on these conflicts.

"Geronimo was a great leader and a wise man. In this book, readers will uncover his life story--from his struggles with the US government and settlers in Arizona to the eventual surrender that made him a prisoner of war for the rest of his life--and understand his profound effect on the Apache tribe. Though he later became famous and traveled the country, he was never allowed to return to his birthplace. Through easy-to-read text and fascinating pictures, kids will discover the inspiring and tragic story of one of the most famous Native people to live"--Provided by publisher.

"Crazy Horse is one of the most iconic and well-known Native Americans. This book explores his life story. Readers follow his birth in the Lakota Oglala tribe to his resistance against the American government and ultimately his death at Fort Robinson in Nebraska. Sidebars detail the socioeconomic structures of his tribe and community and his significance today. Readers will understand his legacy and view his lasting image in the Crazy Horse Memorial. Historical events are presented from the perspective of the American government, the settlers he encountered, and the Lakota he fought to protect"--Provided by publisher.

Presents an illustrated history of the Seminole Wars, covering the three wars fought in Florida between 1817 and 1858, as well as the events leading up to them, and discussing their significance to the United States, and their aftermaths.

This book highlights major conflicts and the warriors who fought to preserve the way of life of the East Coast tribes.

". . . [Examines] the push by European settlers and the federal government . . . westward, and its effects on indigenous peoples. Through primary source historical images and the . . . narrative of broken treaties, relocations, and armed conflict, it brings the inspiring resistance and fight for self-determination of Native Americans into the hands of your readers. . . . Also contextualizes these struggles with modern ones, including the American Indian Movement and ongoing tribal anti-pipeline protests"--Amazon.

"Describes the life and times of Geronimo, the Apache warrior"--Provided by publisher.