Crook, George, 1829-1889.

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Major general, U.S. Army; served during Civil War and in Arizona and New Mexico, where in addition to defending settlers, defended Apaches from illegal squatters and miners; known as America's most successful Indian fighter, but also known for his fair and honest dealings with the Indians.

From the description of Papers, 1871-1890. (Rutherford B Hayes Presidential Center). WorldCat record id: 70965833

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Birth 1829

Death 1889

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