Buffalo Soldiers 1866-91 (Elite)
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Book Description
African-American soldiers played a decisive role in the US Army on the western frontier during the Plains Wars. First authorised by Congress in July 1866, they were organised into two cavalry and four infantry regiments, which were commanded by white officers. All were quickly nicknamed the 'Buffalo Soldiers' by their Cheyenne and Comanche enemies. These brave soldiers fought many native tribes over the years, including the warriors of Sitting Bull and Geronimo. This book tells the story of these buffalo soldiers who, until the early 1890s, constituted 20 per cent of all active forces on duty in the American West.
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An unrivalled illustrated reference source on fighting men and commanders, past and present. Each volume is packed with full colour artwork, making military history uniquely accessible to enthusiasts of all ages.
Buffalo Soldiers 1866-91 (Elite),Ron Field,Richard Hook,Osprey Publishing,1841767565,History,History - Military / War,History: American,Military - Uniforms,United States - 19th Century,United States - 19th Century/Old West,History / Military / General
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