Phil Sheridan and His Army

by Paul Andrew Hutton

"Paul Hutton’s study of Phil Sheridan in the West is authoritative, readable, and an important contribution to the literature of westward expansion. Although headquartered in Chicago, Sheridan played a crucial role in the opening of the West. His command stretched from the Missouri to the Rockies and from Mexico to Canada, and all the Indian Wars of the Great Plains fell under his direction. Hutton ably narrates and interprets Sheridan’s western career from the perspective of the top command rather than the battlefield leader. His book is good history and good reading."–Robert M. Utley

Genres: History, Biography, Civil War, Nonfiction, 19th Century, Westerns, American History

496 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 1985

Reviews

[Drpsychorat · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very interesting look at Sheridan politically, militarily, personally. Added much information to my knowledge of the western army during the Indian Wars.

[Jay Wright · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a well documented and historical look at Phil Sheridan from 1865 until his death. The aouthor works very hard not to be biased. I cannot help but dislike the man.He coined the the term; "the only good Indian is a dead Indian." His policies allowed the buffalo to be decimated so that the Indians would be dependent. Despite his efforts to protect Yellowstone, there is very little to say that is good. If this is a gap in your understanding of American history, read it.

[Thomas · Rating 4 out of 5]

His (Hutton} book is good history and good reading. Robert M. Utley

[J. Bryce · Rating 4 out of 5]

Best biography of Little Phil to its time -- there have been a couple since that I haven't read yet but want to. The author, Paul Andrew Hutton, was a frequent contributor to shows on The History Channel back when they had shows that were historically interesting, did a commentary track on the DVD of Silverado -- and he was a prof of mine at UNM.