History of Arizona and New Mexico: A Captivating Guide to the Grand Canyon State and the Land of Enchantment (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781637169315)

Two manuscripts in one book:

• History of Arizona: A Captivating Guide to Historical Events and Facts You Should Know About the Grand Canyon State
• History of New Mexico: A Captivating Guide to Historical Events and Facts You Should Know About the Land of Enchantment

Step back in time with us, and witness the legacy of the Native American tribes that once thrived in this desert landscape. Uncover the tales of resilience, ingenuity, and cultural richness that continue to thrive throughout the canyons and mesas of Arizona.

In the first part of this book, you will:

• Unveil the captivating tales of the ancient civilizations of Arizona
• Discover the architectural wonders that still remain today
• What challenges the settlers endured
• How the economic foundation has affected the modern era
• How two world wars, a pandemic, and the Great Depression molded the region into what we know today

New Mexico is a state with a rich and diverse history, dating back thousands of years. The land was originally inhabited by Native American tribes, including the Pueblo, Apache, and Navajo, which developed unique cultures, traditions, and ways of life.

In the second part of this book, you will know:

• The Spanish quest for the seven cities of gold;
• The ambitions of men like Coronado and Juan de Ote, which led them to explore a forbidding frontier;
• The long struggle of the Pueblo people to retain their lands and culture;
• The part New Mexico played in Confederate ambitions during the American Civil War;
• The role of land hunger and range wars in New Mexico's history;
• The effect of World War II on New Mexico's economy and future;
• A bizarre American wartime program that sought to put armed bats on the frontline;
• The wartime contribution of Navajo code talkers in the Pacific;
• The development of the atomic bomb;
• The role archaeologists and artists played in preserving New Mexico's history;
• Myths and legends across the state;
• The 1947 episode near Roswell that may point to alien visitation;
• And so much more!