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Red-Men's Roads: The Indian Thoroughfares of the Central West is a book written by Archer Butler Hulbert and published in 1900. The book explores the history and significance of the Native American trails and roads that crisscrossed the central region of the United States. Hulbert delves into the cultural and historical context of these routes, tracing their origins back to prehistoric times and examining their importance to the various tribes that used them for trade, migration, and communication. The book is divided into chapters that focus on specific trails and regions, including the Osage…mehr

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Red-Men's Roads: The Indian Thoroughfares of the Central West is a book written by Archer Butler Hulbert and published in 1900. The book explores the history and significance of the Native American trails and roads that crisscrossed the central region of the United States. Hulbert delves into the cultural and historical context of these routes, tracing their origins back to prehistoric times and examining their importance to the various tribes that used them for trade, migration, and communication. The book is divided into chapters that focus on specific trails and regions, including the Osage Trace, the Santa Fe Trail, and the Great Plains. Hulbert draws on a wealth of primary sources, including diaries, letters, and official records, to provide a detailed and engaging account of the history of these routes. He also includes numerous illustrations and maps to help readers visualize the terrain and understand the layout of the trails.Red-Men's Roads is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Native American history, the history of the American West, or the development of transportation and communication networks in the United States. It offers a unique perspective on the central role that these trails played in shaping the cultural, economic, and social landscape of the region.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.
Autorenporträt
Archer Butler Hulbert was an American historical geographer, writer, and professor of American history. Born on January 26, 1873, in Bennington, Vermont, he was the son of Rev. Calvin Butler Hulbert and Mary Elizabeth Woodward. His father went on to become the president of Middlebury College. Hulbert developed a strong interest in American history and geography, which led him to become a prominent figure in his field. Throughout his life, he authored numerous works that focused on the exploration and settlement of early America, contributing significantly to historical scholarship. He was a fellow of the Royal Geographical Society (FRGS) and earned recognition for his research and writings on the westward expansion and the American frontier. Hulbert was married twice during his lifetime. He passed away on December 24, 1933, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, at the age of 60. His contributions to American historical geography and his commitment to understanding the forces shaping the United States remain an important part of his legacy.