Report Upon The Reconnaissance Of Northwestern Wyoming, Made In The Summer Of 1873

JONES, WILLIAM A. [CAPTAIN OF ENGINEERS U. S. A.]

Publication: Government Printing Office, 1874, Washington

First edition. 8vo. Brown cloth with gilt-stamping on spine, 210 pp. Numerous charts, lists, diagrams. 49 large folding trail maps and large folding color geologic map bound at rear of volume. Reconnaissance of Northwestern Wyoming. A descriptive journal of the expedition notes, encounters with Indians and mentions the tribes of the area, troubles with Indian scouts, etc. An important government survey that established a wagon-road to Montana through Yellowstone Park, as an alternative to the Missouri River route, as a means to transport supplies to the military and/or the Indians. Overall this report serves as a valuable resource for policymakers, settlers, and other stakeholders interested in the exploration and development of northwestern Wyoming in the late 19th century. It provides essential information to guide endeavors in the region and contributed to the broader understanding of the American West during this period of expansion and exploration. Information on Former owner's neat bookplate on front pastedown sheet, text block near fine, trail maps in fine condition and large folding, color geologic map in very good condition.

Inventory Number: 52733