John P. Slough

In this captivating audiobook, historian Richard L. Miller explores the life of John Potts Slough, the Union commander at the Battle of Glorieta Pass, whose relentless pursuit of success intertwined with the tumultuous events of mid-nineteenth-century America. From combating abolitionists in Ohio to leading the 1st Colorado Volunteer Infantry during the Civil War, Slough's journey highlights his struggle for reform as the chief justice of the New Mexico Territorial Supreme Court. Known for his fiery temper and pride, his ambitious career ultimately met a tragic end at the hands of a political adversary. Miller's engaging narrative brings to life the complexities of a man caught in a whirlwind of change and conflict.