Hermann Stieffel, Soldier Artist of the West

Hermann Stieffel, Soldier Artist of the West is a biography by Edgar M. Howell that details the life and works of Hermann Stieffel, a German-born soldier in the U.S. Infantry during the late 19th century. The book focuses on Stieffel's experiences with Company K of the 5th U.S. Infantry from 1858 to 1882 and his unique contributions as a soldier-artist who documented military life and interactions with Native American tribes through his watercolors. Stieffel's artwork provides valuable historical insight into the American West during the Indian Wars, making this work significant for those interested in military history and art.