Red Cloud: Oglala Legend by John D. McDermott

In Red Cloud: Oglala Legend, John D. McDermott examines Red Cloud's early years, his rise to prominence, and his struggle to protect his people from cultural domination.

Red Cloud: Oglala Legend is part of the South Dakota Biography Series of books, that highlights some of the states famous residents. Laura Ingalls Wilder: A Writer's Life and
Hugh Glass: Grizzly Survivor are also part of this series.

Paperback
194 pages
Black and white images
ISBN: 978-1-941813-02-7

About the author: John D. McDermott is a research historian who has written numerous articles and books on western history, including Red Cloud’s War: The Bozeman Trail, 1866-1868. He is a former historian for the National Park Service and policy director for the President’s Advisory council on Historic Preservation. Now residing in Rapid City, South Dakota. McDermott also co-founded the Frontier Heritage Alliance promoting cultural heritage tourism and historic preservation throughout the West.

Image description: The cover illustration features a brown-and-white photograph of a person, who appears to be elder and wearing traditional clothing. He has long hair and a serious expression. The title, author’s name, and subtitle are printed at the bottom of the cover, covering the chest of the person.