The Oregon Trail, Classics Illustrated

Classics Illustrated #72 - The Oregon Trail The story of the Oregon Trail is adapted from a book, which itself retells the stories from the real life diaries of American Frontiersman, Francis Parkman. As a bold young man, looking to make his way in the settling of America, Parkman took it upon himself to befriend Whirlwind, Chieftan of the Dacotah native tribe. Parkman lived among the Dacotah, as one of them, learning a way to live in peace with nature and respect of his fellow man, no matter the color of his skin. Not that he didn't see a fair bit of action and danger too. Although the Dacotah lived peacibly with each other, they were often at war with neighboring tribes. Thier bitterest rivals were the Snake tribe, who the Dacotah enter into a bitter fued with after they kill Whirlwind's son in battle. The Oregon Trail not only gives you a glimpse into native culture, but tells the true story of how one man learned from them, lived among them, and made his mark by trying to negotiate peace and fairness not only between warring tribes, but also with the white man and American government. In Classics Illustrated #72 we bring that true life story full of frontier action and adventure to you, illustrated with 48 pages of beautifully restored artwork. A true story you will enjoy and treasure.