The American Civil War in the Indian Territory

Osprey Elite #140

by John D. Spencer

Osprey's examination of the warring sides of the American Civil War (1861-1865). In 1861, Oklahoma (Indian Territory) was the recent home of the transported Five Civilized Tribes (Cherokee, Creek, Choctaw, Chickasaw, Seminole). When the Civil War broke out, both Union and Confederate state forces moved in and began fighting, both in the Indian Territory and across the borders of neighbouring states (mainly Kansas, but also Texas and Arkansas). Indians were recruited by both sides, and took the opportunity to pursue traditional hostilities which were supported by a variety of regular troops, guerrilla bands and outlaws. this book

Genres: History, American Civil War, Civil War

64 pages, Paperback

First published August 29, 2006

Reviews

[Robert Hepple · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book starts with a brief summary of the main campaigns and engagements, before concentrating mainly on the uniforms and equipment of the various forces involved. That said, the book is so lightweight that only a superficial impression is given of the areas covered, and the book serves best as perhaps a taster to whet your appetite for further reading on the subject. The Adam Hook illustrations are amazing. The photographs provided, some of which are from the period concerned, whilst others are of surviving items of clothing or equipment displayed in museums, are excellent and carry lengthy informative captions. Not very special.