Massacre at Baxter Springs
“Massacre at Baxter Springs” by Thomas G. Smith is a historical fiction novel published by AuthorHouse in August 2004. This 272-page book presents a vivid account of the Civil War, focusing on the brutal conflicts occurring in the heartland while major battles unfold in the East. The story follows the true-life experiences of Billy Clark, an 18-year-old Wisconsin cavalry trooper caught in a violent guerilla war between notorious figures like William Quantrill and Union general James Blunt.
Readers will find a fast-paced narrative that captures the intensity and chaos of this lesser-known chapter of the Civil War. The book draws on previously unpublished Wisconsin archival material to provide an authentic backdrop for the events, highlighting the savagery and heroism of those involved. Through its portrayal of the conflict, “Massacre at Baxter Springs” immerses readers in the historical realities of the time, offering insights into the personal and collective struggles faced by individuals during this tumultuous period.
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A FAST PACED AND LIVELY CIVIL WAR NOVEL . While armies lock in deadly combat in the East, Kansans and Missourians wage their own heartland war, savaging all without pity. “Massacre at Baxter Springs” chronicles the true-life adventures of Billy Clark, an 18-year-old Wisconsin cavalry trooper who finds himself in the middle of a bloody guerilla war. Clark is quickly caught in the crossfire between William Quantrill’s notorious guerillas and James Blunt, an outnumbered Union general who unwittingly leads his cavalry into a deadly ambush. The narrative describing the battle is based on previously unpublished Wisconsin archival material. This fast-paced novel, dramatizes this horrific confrontation, with all its brutality and heroism.
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