In Cuba With Shafter (1899)

von John David Miley

264 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

""In Cuba With Shafter"" is a historical account written by John David Miley, detailing his experiences as a member of the United States Army during the Spanish-American War in 1898. Miley served as a chaplain in the army, and his book provides a unique perspective on the war and its impact on both soldiers and civilians.The book begins with Miley's journey to Cuba as part of General William Shafter's expeditionary force. Miley describes the difficult conditions of the journey, including the cramped and unsanitary conditions on board the ship. Once in Cuba, Miley provides a vivid description of the harsh terrain and the challenges faced by the soldiers as they fought against the Spanish army.Throughout the book, Miley also details his interactions with the Cuban people, including the poverty and suffering he witnessed. He also provides insight into the role of religion in the lives of both soldiers and civilians during the war.Overall, ""In Cuba With Shafter"" offers a fascinating firsthand account of the Spanish-American War and its impact on those who were involved. Miley's writing is engaging and informative, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in this important period of 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.

• Themen: Geschichte und Archäologie Geschichte Amerikanische Geschichte
• ISBN: 9781120298911
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 15.10.2009
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC