Old Fort Snelling, 1819-1858 (1918)

Old Fort Snelling, 1819-1858 is a historical book written by Marcus Lee Hansen and published in 1918. The book provides a detailed account of the history of Fort Snelling, a military post established by the United States Army in 1819 in the territory that would become Minnesota. The book covers the period from the fort's establishment until the outbreak of the Civil War in 1861. Hansen's work is based on extensive research, including primary sources such as official records, personal letters, and diaries. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the fort's history, including its construction, its role in the fur trade, its use as a military post during the Mexican-American War, and its importance in the settlement of the Minnesota Territory. The book also explores the social and cultural aspects of life at the fort, including the relationships between soldiers and civilians, the interactions between different ethnic groups, and the role of women in the community. Hansen's writing is engaging and informative, providing a vivid picture of life at the fort during this important period in American history. Overall, Old Fort Snelling, 1819-1858 is an important historical work that provides a valuable insight into the history of the American West and the role of military posts in the expansion of the United States.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.