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Phillip B Gottfredson , Author/Historian Phillip B Gottfredson began researching Black Hawk’s mission of peace and soon uncovered a 150-year-old historical cover-up of genocide no one was supposed to know about. Writing a truthful account of the Utah Black Hawk War and Mormon settler colonialism from Indigenous perspectives was a new and difficult challenge for Phillip, since these voices had been erased from history to hide the facts.
Phillip’s great-grandfather, Peter Gottfredson, was close in age to Black Hawk, and just as his father had told Phillip many years ago, he became friends with Black Hawk during the war. "I had to know what grandpa's experience was like hanging out with the Timpanogos, who were Shoshonee," Phillip wrote. "The urge was so strong I convinced my brother to sell everything we owned, and we moved to Oregon to live with a Shoshone family. Suddenly, my journey went from researching a war to a personal transformation."
"Ten years later, I met the Timpanogos people, the descendants of Black Hawk’s people—Wakara, Arapeen, Tabby, Sanpitch, Grosapeen, Ammon, and Kanosh. I spent eight summers with the Timpanogos, and now I understand why grandpa cared for them so deeply."
"More than twenty years ago, I left behind a life entangled in colonial illusions and entered an ancient culture that taught me to live with honesty and truth. Those years were the best of my life.
I want to show you the immense strength and beauty of the Indigenous worldview, which can endure unimaginable cruelty and still offer peace. This book is written to give you the courage to look truth in the eyes, confront your own illusions, and reclaim the life you were meant for."
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Five Star Reviews!
"Phillip B Gottfredson's detailed account uncovers the resilience and humanity of Timpanogos leader Black Hawk, who sought peace even in the face of devastation. This book offers more than history—it’s a powerful reflection on forgiveness, equality, and the sacred connection between humanity and the Earth. — that’s masterful storytelling." -James Timothy
“Mr. Gottfredson tells this story with passion and honesty. As readers follow his journey of discovery, they will be captivated by his experiences.” Bravo, Sir !" -Barely Ablemann, Washington DC
"This account is critical to understanding history from more than one perspective. This book brings light and knowledge to history that has been absent since the colonization of the United States." -J. Ferguson
"I am not exaggerating when I say that this book has changed my life. I can't recommend it enough". -Stephanie T Lundeen
“My heart heaved, and tears flowed as we encountered the long-forgotten Timpanogos perspective. This book ranks among the finest and most moving works I have ever read. Please read it. Truth matters.” - Larry Ballard, Utah
“I’m grateful I read this book. I’ll be purchasing additional copies to share and recommending it to everyone I know.”- Marcus Hadlock, Utah
“Your experiences blew me away. I love how beautifully you brought your views and experiences together.” - Gary Lee Price
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My journey to understand...
Black Hawk's Mission of Peace!
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Copyright: 2019
Buy my great-granpa's book too...
Indian Depredations in Utah
by Peter Gottfredson 1919
Phillip B Gottfredson’s quest for truth began with his great-grandfather Peter Gottfredson’s classic history, Indian Depredations in Utah — a cornerstone work in the annals of Utah history.
First published in 1919, the book offers a rare firsthand account of early settlement in the Great Basin and the violent conflicts that devastated the Timpanogos Nation during the era of Mormon expansion and settler colonialism. Deeply meaningful to Phillip, the work became the foundation for his lifelong journey to better understand Indigenous history, identity, and reconciliation.
Indian Depredations in Utah and My Journey to Understand Black Hawk's Mission of Peace, published one hundred years apart in 1919 and 2019, stand as companion books — two generations connected by a shared search for historical truth and understanding.
Indian Depredations in Utah is currently available from Amazon in a softcover edition for $20.95. Phillip has added a new preface; otherwise, the book remains exactly as originally published.
5-star Reviews! "Peter Gottfredson's Indian Depredations in Utah is a classic firsthand account of the Black Hawk War in Utah. I highly recommend this account to anyone." -Benson Littlefield
"A very interesting book. Even though I live in Utah, and am somewhat of a history buff, this book tells a lot more about the Indians in Utah than I ever knew. It was worth my time to read it." -Ken in Riverton
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