by Lafayette Houghton Bunnell (Author)
Discovery of the Yosemite, and the Indian War of 1851, Which Led to That Event is a historical book written by Lafayette Houghton Bunnell in 1880. This book chronicles Bunnell's personal experiences as a member of the Mariposa Battalion, a group of California volunteers who were sent to fight against the Native American tribes in the region. The book is divided into two parts. The first part describes Bunnell's discovery of the Yosemite Valley in 1851, which he named after the Yosemite tribe that inhabited the area. He provides a detailed account of the natural beauty of the valley and its surroundings, as well as his interactions with the Native American tribes that lived there. The second part of the book focuses on the Indian War of 1851, which was sparked by tensions between the Native American tribes and the white settlers who were encroaching on their land. Bunnell provides a firsthand account of the battles that took place between the Mariposa Battalion and the Native American tribes, including the Ahwahneechees, who were the primary inhabitants of the Yosemite Valley.Overall, Discovery of the Yosemite, and the Indian War of 1851, Which Led to That Event provides a unique perspective on the early history of California and the conflicts that arose between the Native American tribes and the white settlers who were seeking to claim their land. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American West and the struggles that occurred during the westward 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.