Gain a deeper understanding of the history of the American West with this comprehensive biography of Isaac Ingalls Stevens, a military officer and politician who played a key role in the exploration and settlement of the Pacific Northwest. From his early years as a cadet at West Point to his later role as the first governor of Washington Territory, this book paints a vivid portrait of a fascinating and influential figure.

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