John William Gunnison, 1812-1853: The Last of the Western Explorers - Hardcover

by Nolie Mumey (Author)

""John William Gunnison, 1812-1853: The Last Of The Western Explorers"" is a biography written by Nolie Mumey that tells the story of John Gunnison, a 19th century explorer who played a significant role in the exploration and mapping of the American West. The book chronicles Gunnison's life from his early years in Pennsylvania to his time as a soldier in the Mexican-American War, and ultimately to his role as the leader of a surveying expedition for the United States government. Mumey provides a detailed account of Gunnison's many accomplishments, including his discovery of the Gunnison River in Colorado and his surveying of the route for the transcontinental railroad through the Rocky Mountains. The book also explores Gunnison's personal life, including his marriage to Martha A. Delano and his relationships with other explorers and government officials. Throughout the book, Mumey paints a vivid picture of life in the American West during the mid-19th century, highlighting the challenges and dangers faced by explorers like Gunnison. She also provides insight into the political and social climate of the time, including the tensions between settlers and Native American tribes. Overall, ""John William Gunnison, 1812-1853: The Last Of The Western Explorers"" is an engaging and informative biography that sheds light on the life and accomplishments of a little-known but important figure in American history.A History Of The Survey Through Colorado And Utah With A Biography And Details Of His Massacre.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.