The History Of Fort Riley (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163182840)

The History of Fort Riley is a comprehensive account of the military installation located in Kansas, USA. The book, authored by W.F. Pride, delves into the origins of the fort, which was established in 1853 as a strategic outpost for the US Army. The author traces the evolution of Fort Riley, from its early days as a cavalry post to its role in the Indian Wars, the Spanish-American War, and World War I and II. The book provides a detailed look at the various units and regiments that have been stationed at Fort Riley over the years, including the famed 1st Infantry Division, also known as the ""Big Red One."" The author also explores the impact of Fort Riley on the local community and the role it has played in shaping the history of the United States. The History of Fort Riley is a valuable resource for anyone interested in military history, the American West, or the development of the United States Army.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.

Author: W. F. Pride
ISBN-10: 1163182842
ISBN-13: 9781163182840
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 344
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.30lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.72d