This book is a detailed account of the Indian wars that occurred in the Pacific Northwest in the late nineteenth century, written by the distinguished historian and journalist Anthony Jennings Bledsoe. It examines the complex social, political, and military factors that led to the conflicts, as well as the impact they had on the region and its people. With meticulous research and vivid storytelling, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of the American West.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.