081: California's Forgotten Soldiers: The Californio Lancers Part 1
In this episode, I talk with author Tom Prezelski about his book The Californio Lancers: The 1st Battalion of Native Cavalry in the Far West, 1863–1866.
Together, we explore the fascinating and often overlooked history of the First Battalion of Native Cavalry in California during the Civil War.
Learn how these Californios (Mexican Californians) came together to form a unique unit that played a crucial role in both Union efforts and frontier defense from 1863 to 1866.
Tom shares personal anecdotes and historical insights on the battalion's formation, the use of lances, and their deployment to…
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