58 Ely Parker Part 2 The Civil War

Iroquois History and Legends by Andrew James Cotter

Jun 3, 202038:10Society & Culture

In 1863, after years of lobbying Parker was finally off to war. As General Grant moved up the ladder of command Ely went with him every step of the way. The Life of General Ely S. Parker by Arthur C. Parker Warrior in Tw...

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