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ANDREW J. POPPLETON: FIGHTER for Omaha City, the Union Pacific Railroad, and Chief Standing Bear
Discover the incredible life of Andrew J. Poppleton and how he shaped Omaha's first fifty years. This biography will inspire and amaze you with its tales of perseverance, courage, and determination.
Explore the early days of Omaha through the eyes of A. J. Poppleton
Experience the challenges and triumphs of settling a new city
Learn about the fight for Omaha as the capital of the Nebraska Territory
Be inspired by A. J. Poppleton's unwavering dedication to the Union Pacific Railroad
Read the fascinating legal cases fought by Poppleton, including the Kidnapped Judge, the Snowplow, and the Bridge Connecting the Nation
Follow the groundbreaking Chief Standing Bear Trial that established Native Americans as persons under the law
Admire A. J. Poppleton's dedication to the cultural development of Omaha
Meet the men and women who together founded and built a great city
Be entertained by true stories of the era, such as the dances, grand balls, and midnight suppers in the early days of Omaha
Included in the book:
Personal journals, correspondence, diaries, and photographs never before available
A detailed story of A. J. Poppleton's life and achievements
Rare insights into the early days of Omaha and the Midwest
Gripping accounts of political fights for a territorial government
An in-depth look at the development of the Union Pacific Railroad and its impact on the nation
