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The Prisoners Of Perote

- Containing A Journal Kept By The Author (1845)

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The Prisoners of Perote is a historical book written by William Preston Stapp in 1845. The book is a personal account of Stapp's experience as a prisoner during the Mexican-American War. Stapp was captured by the Mexican army and held as a prisoner in Perote, Mexico. He kept a journal during his captivity, which he later used to write this book. The book provides a detailed description of the conditions and treatment of prisoners in Perote. Stapp talks about the poor living conditions, lack of food and water, and the harsh treatment that prisoners received from their captors. He also describes the daily routines of the prisoners and their attempts to escape. Apart from his personal experience, Stapp also includes historical background information about the war and the events leading up to his capture. He talks about the battles that took place and the strategies used by both sides. The Prisoners of Perote is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the Mexican-American War and the treatment of prisoners during that time. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history and the Mexican-American War.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.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781120065414
  • Indbinding:
  • Hardback
  • Sideantal:
  • 170
  • Udgivet:
  • 27. august 2009
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x14 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 422 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 6. december 2024
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The Prisoners of Perote is a historical book written by William Preston Stapp in 1845. The book is a personal account of Stapp's experience as a prisoner during the Mexican-American War. Stapp was captured by the Mexican army and held as a prisoner in Perote, Mexico. He kept a journal during his captivity, which he later used to write this book. The book provides a detailed description of the conditions and treatment of prisoners in Perote. Stapp talks about the poor living conditions, lack of food and water, and the harsh treatment that prisoners received from their captors. He also describes the daily routines of the prisoners and their attempts to escape. Apart from his personal experience, Stapp also includes historical background information about the war and the events leading up to his capture. He talks about the battles that took place and the strategies used by both sides. The Prisoners of Perote is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the Mexican-American War and the treatment of prisoners during that time. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history and the Mexican-American War.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.

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