Description
To escape the dreadful conditions of a Union prison camp, a young captured Confederate becomes a “Galvanized Yankee”—a member of the United States Volunteers, regiments of Southern prisoners of war formed to protect white settlers from Indians on the Western frontier. Almost 6,000 Southerners enlisted in six regiments of Galvanized Yankees. They served on the Plains from Texas and Kansas to Dakota Territory, and in Colorado and Wyoming territories. In addition to serving as infantry at frontier posts in the West, the Galvanized Yankees participated in numerous Indian fights including Fort Rice, Dakota Territory, one of the first major fights against Sitting Bull, and at the Platte River Bridge Station, Wyoming Territory. This is one soldier’s story.
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About the Author
Roy Bird was born just south of Abilene, Kansas. Bird began writing professionally while still in college and has enjoyed a three-decade career. This is his 20th book about Kansas and the American West.
Roy is available for interviews, speaking engagements, and book signings. Email:[email protected]
About the Illustrator
Traci Osborn graduated with a degree in psychology from Brigham Young University where she slipped on the ice more times than she’d like to remember. While there, she met Wil, the love of her life. Traveling the country in search of adventure, they have lived in six different states with their four children. Their very spoiled dog Ace joined the family in Kansas, where they now reside. Traci took a drawing class while living in Nebraka and was hooked. She graduated from Bellevue University with a BFA in studio painting.
Harriet Bailey –
Interesting subject. This book was written more for older children.