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"This book gives an in-depth account of the men who made up this most unusual unit... The chapters cover all aspeects of this unit from recruiting and the type of people who enlisted through training for combat, uniforms and equipment... The book has a good collection of contemporary photos and an excellent set of color plates by Stephen Walsh. This tome is a must-have for any one with an interest in the US ARmy as it fills a gap in the books available about this war." --Toy Soldier & Model Figure "The author does a superlative job of telling the story of these men and the life they led while on campaign. It also covers the aftermath of the action and what happened to the unit once the battles were over. Overall a book that covers an important part of American history and one that I'm sure you will enjoy reading." --Scott Van Aken, Modeling Madness, www.modelingmadness.com (July 2009)
This book examines the brief but colorful history of the 1st US Volunteer Cavalry, and details the rich experiences of the men who fought in its ranks. Founded in May 1898 after the outbreak of the Spanish-American War, the unit was composed of volunteers from all walks of American life. Posted to Cuba, it fought in the battles of Las Guasimas, Kettle Hill and San Juan Hill. At this time, Theodore Roosevelt assumed command, and the unit became known as 'Roosevelt's Rough Riders'. Eventually withdrawn, the men returned to a hero's welcome in the US. The last veteran of the unit died in 1975, but a rich body of source material has survived, and much of this is covered in this fascinating work.
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Librería: BooksRun, Philadelphia, PA, Estados Unidos de America
Paperback. Condición: Good. Walsh, Stephen Ilustrador. Original. Ship within 24hrs. Satisfaction 100% guaranteed. APO/FPO addresses supported. Nº de ref. del artículo: 1846033837-11-1
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Librería: Wonder Book, Frederick, MD, Estados Unidos de America
Condición: Very Good. Walsh, Stephen Ilustrador. Very Good condition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. Nº de ref. del artículo: L10A-04296
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Librería: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, Estados Unidos de America
Condición: Good. Walsh, Stephen Ilustrador. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Nº de ref. del artículo: 4204694-75
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Librería: SecondSale, Montgomery, IL, Estados Unidos de America
Condición: Good. Walsh, Stephen Ilustrador. Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Nº de ref. del artículo: 00070901535
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Librería: HPB-Red, Dallas, TX, Estados Unidos de America
Paperback. Condición: Good. Walsh, Stephen Ilustrador. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used textbooks may not include companion materials such as access codes, etc. May have some wear or writing/highlighting. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!. Nº de ref. del artículo: S_383736614
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Librería: HPB-Emerald, Dallas, TX, Estados Unidos de America
Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Walsh, Stephen Ilustrador. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!. Nº de ref. del artículo: S_408120376
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Librería: Orphans Treasure Box, Champaign, IL, Estados Unidos de America
paperback. Condición: Very Good. Walsh, Stephen Ilustrador. Ships quickly. Almost like new. Minimal shelf/reading wear. Orphans Treasure Box sells books to raise money for orphans and vulnerable kids. Nº de ref. del artículo: PH-07312024-tfog055
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Librería: Nelson Freck, Rockville, MD, Estados Unidos de America
Soft cover. Condición: Fine. Walsh, Stephen Ilustrador. 1st Edition. The first printing of the first edition. Fine. Nº de ref. del artículo: AA102
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Librería: GF Books, Inc., Hawthorne, CA, Estados Unidos de America
Condición: Good. Walsh, Stephen Ilustrador. Book is in Used-Good condition. Pages and cover are clean and intact. Used items may not include supplementary materials such as CDs or access codes. May show signs of minor shelf wear and contain limited notes and highlighting. 0.45. Nº de ref. del artículo: 1846033837-2-4
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Librería: Books Unplugged, Amherst, NY, Estados Unidos de America
Condición: Good. Walsh, Stephen Ilustrador. Buy with confidence! Book is in good condition with minor wear to the pages, binding, and minor marks within 0.45. Nº de ref. del artículo: bk1846033837xvz189zvxgdd
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