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Wise beyond his years, Johnny Black Hawk takes pride in his mixed heritage, believing in the inherent good of both the Indians and whites. Then the Civil War brings unbearable grief and suffering. Amid troubles, triumphs, deception, and daring, Jo
Black Hawk's name, as given in his autobiography, was Ma-ka-tai-she-kia-kiak, and, without reference to the many renditions of it by various writers, is the version that will be adopted in this work as nearest authentic. He was born in the year 17
Black Hawk, who was chief of the Sac tribe, was unwilling to live in peace with the white settlers and was always waging war against any white man who tried to make his home in the far west in the early days of the history of our country. The aut|Black Hawk, who was chief of the Sac tribe, was...
In the aftermath of the events surrounding the Ravenstone, the tracker named Hawkwing and the former bandit known as the White Demon try to evade a clandestine organization known as the Seroko.**The Hawk's Shadow is a short st
Dive into the pages of "The Black Hawk War (1832)" and journey through a pivotal chapter in American history that continues to resonate today. Experience the clash of cultures, the struggle for indigenous rights, and the complexities of westward e
Completely updated and expanded, Black Hawk and the Warrior's Path is a masterful account of the life of the Sauk warrior and leader, and his impact on the history of early America.The period between 1760 and 1840 is brought
'Fans of Alexander Mc Call Smith will love Scotty Elliott's Sibanda series**'** Sunday Times (SA)When a skinned body is discovered on the side of the railway line deep in the Matabele bush, Detecti
It is the early 1920s. The Volstead Act has recently prohibited the sale and consumption of alcohol, which means that an active black market has sprung up—a market controlled by legendary gangsters such as Al Capone. Supplies must be secretly ship
Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Sample Book Insights: #1 In the lead humvee, Staff Sgt. Jeff Struecker's heart sank as he saw people running around on the tarmac. He had three humvees full of wounded soldiers to g
This book tells the story of Task Force Ranger – a unit of US Rangers and Special Forces – and their attempt to capture the lieutenants of the Somali warlord Muhamed Farrah Aideed, during the 1993 United Nations' humanitarian relief mission. What
Dark, thrilling, and hilarious, The Black Hawks is an epic adventure perfect for fans of Joe Abercrombie and Scott Lynch.Life as a knight is not what Vedren Chel imagined. Bound by oath to a dead-end job in the se
In the summer of 1957, the Indiana towns of French Lick and West Baden decided to merge two high schools that had been fierce rivals for decades. It was a decision that did not go over well in those divided communities. W. Timothy Wright weaves th
The Black Hawk War was the final conflict east of the Mississippi River between American Indian communities and the United States regular troops and militia. Exploring the museums, wayside markers and parks relating to that struggle is not just a
Discover the remarkable story of Black Hawk, a Native American leader who stood against the forces of injustice to defend his people's land, culture, and way of life. This book brings to life the struggles, bravery, and determination of a man who
“A fascinating look at the diverse experiences of two native combatants…an important contribution to our understanding of the War of 1812.” —The Journal of America's Military Past Native peoples played major roles
Joanna Bourne returns to the French Revolution, pairing espionage and burning romance to create an unforgettable love story. For fans of Stephanie Laurens, Elizabeth Hoyt and Poldark, this is a must-read.
Autobiography of Ma-ka-tai-me-she-kia-kiak, Or Black Hawk,, by Black Hawk.
The name Black Hawk permeates the built environment in the upper Midwestern United States. It has been appropriated for everything from fitness clubs to used car dealerships. Makataimeshekiakiak, the Sauk Indian war leader whose name loosely trans
On April 14, 1994, two U.S. Air Force F-15 fighters accidentally shot down two U.S. Army Black Hawk Helicopters over Northern Iraq, killing all twenty-six peacekeepers onboard. In response to this disaster the complete array of military and civili
An exciting look at what it takes to command a US Navy Fighter Squadron. This historical biography of John Monroe “Hawk” Smith, Navy fighter pilot, is a gripping account of valor, sacrifice, and adventure during one of the most tumultuous periods
