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The Fetterman Massacre

The History and Legacy of the U.S. Army's Worst Defeat During Red Cloud's War

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The Fetterman Massacre

By: Charles River Editors
Narrated by: Bill Hare
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In the summer of 1866, Colonel Henry B. Carrington set out from Fort Laramie to establish a series of forts along the Bozeman Trail with the goal of protecting migrants moving along the trail. The Bozeman Trail ran through the Powder River country, which included the traditional hunting grounds of Lakota, Cheyenne, and Arapaho peoples. Carrington had about 1,000 people in his column, of which about 700 were soldiers and 300 were civilians, likely soldiers' families and migrants.

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Loved the short story of one of the most lopsided defeats of the US. Gives just about every side of the battle. Red Cloud is an American Hero.

Great factual account of Fetterman Fight

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Short and quick history of the biggest US Army loss to the Indians until 1866. Shows and explains both sides of the battle and it's strategic import; which is more interesting to me then the tactical details. Also, the authors talk about the contradictions and issues related to the battle. For example, did the fort commander (Carrington) change his orders during the battle? Read the book and you decide.

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Well researched and thoroughly narrated. Manages to remain captivating for those interested in history and historical events.

Informative and captivating

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Nice flowing story with enough detail to follow the action. Easy to listen smooth narration, no hang ups.
A quality work .

Good smooth listen.

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