Author: James Longstreet
Publisher: Diversion Books
ISBN: 1626816956
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 802
Book Description
To commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the end of the Civil War, Diversion Books is publishing seminal works of the era: stories told by the men and women who led, who fought, and who lived in an America that had come apart at the seams. James Longstreet served under General Robert E. Lee and witnessed the Civil War from start to finish. This chronicle of his service is a must-have work for readers interested in the Civil War, its battles, and its legacy. As the chief strategist to the Commander of the Confederate Army, Longstreet generated many of the military plans that the generals of the South took into battle. After the war and to his death, some blamed Longstreet for the South’s surrender. In tones both blunt and candid, Longstreet writes what he saw, what he knows, and what he thinks the war meant to a country divided.
From Manassas to Appomattox (Civil War Classics)
Author: James Longstreet
Publisher: Diversion Books
ISBN: 1626816956
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 802
Book Description
To commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the end of the Civil War, Diversion Books is publishing seminal works of the era: stories told by the men and women who led, who fought, and who lived in an America that had come apart at the seams. James Longstreet served under General Robert E. Lee and witnessed the Civil War from start to finish. This chronicle of his service is a must-have work for readers interested in the Civil War, its battles, and its legacy. As the chief strategist to the Commander of the Confederate Army, Longstreet generated many of the military plans that the generals of the South took into battle. After the war and to his death, some blamed Longstreet for the South’s surrender. In tones both blunt and candid, Longstreet writes what he saw, what he knows, and what he thinks the war meant to a country divided.
Publisher: Diversion Books
ISBN: 1626816956
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 802
Book Description
To commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the end of the Civil War, Diversion Books is publishing seminal works of the era: stories told by the men and women who led, who fought, and who lived in an America that had come apart at the seams. James Longstreet served under General Robert E. Lee and witnessed the Civil War from start to finish. This chronicle of his service is a must-have work for readers interested in the Civil War, its battles, and its legacy. As the chief strategist to the Commander of the Confederate Army, Longstreet generated many of the military plans that the generals of the South took into battle. After the war and to his death, some blamed Longstreet for the South’s surrender. In tones both blunt and candid, Longstreet writes what he saw, what he knows, and what he thinks the war meant to a country divided.
From Manassas to Appomattox
Author: James Longstreet
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : United States
Languages : en
Pages : 804
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : United States
Languages : en
Pages : 804
Book Description
The Military Memoirs of a Confederate Line Officer
Author: William R. Cobb
Publisher: Savas Beatie
ISBN: 1940669960
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
John C. Reed fought through the entire war as an officer in the 8th Georgia Infantry, most of it with General Lee’s Army of Northern Virginia. The Princeton graduate was wounded at least twice (Second Manassas and Gettysburg), promoted to captain during the Wilderness fighting on May 6, 1864, and led his company through the balance of the Overland Campaign, throughout the horrific siege of Petersburg, and all the way to the Appomattox surrender on April 9, 1865. The Military Memoirs of a Confederate Line Officer is a perceptive and articulate account filled with riveting recollections of some of the war’s most intense fighting. Reed offers strong opinions on a wide variety of officers and topics. This outstanding memoir, judiciously edited and annotated by William R. Cobb, is published here in full for the first time. The Military Memoirs of a Confederate Line Officer is a valuable resource certain to become a classic in the genre. About the Editor: William R. “Ron” Cobb, a retired engineer and management consultant, is a descendant of a Confederate private who fought in the 59th Georgia, a sister regiment to the 8th Georgia. Ron has published widely on baseball. This is his first Civil War-related book.
Publisher: Savas Beatie
ISBN: 1940669960
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
John C. Reed fought through the entire war as an officer in the 8th Georgia Infantry, most of it with General Lee’s Army of Northern Virginia. The Princeton graduate was wounded at least twice (Second Manassas and Gettysburg), promoted to captain during the Wilderness fighting on May 6, 1864, and led his company through the balance of the Overland Campaign, throughout the horrific siege of Petersburg, and all the way to the Appomattox surrender on April 9, 1865. The Military Memoirs of a Confederate Line Officer is a perceptive and articulate account filled with riveting recollections of some of the war’s most intense fighting. Reed offers strong opinions on a wide variety of officers and topics. This outstanding memoir, judiciously edited and annotated by William R. Cobb, is published here in full for the first time. The Military Memoirs of a Confederate Line Officer is a valuable resource certain to become a classic in the genre. About the Editor: William R. “Ron” Cobb, a retired engineer and management consultant, is a descendant of a Confederate private who fought in the 59th Georgia, a sister regiment to the 8th Georgia. Ron has published widely on baseball. This is his first Civil War-related book.
From Manassas to Appomattox
Author: James Longstreet
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 808
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 808
Book Description
From Manassas to Appomattox
Author: James Longstreet
Publisher: Forgotten Books
ISBN: 9781333921002
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 86
Book Description
Excerpt from From Manassas to Appomattox: Memoirs of the Civil War in America Last Stand in the Great Retreat - Strength Of mcclellan's Position - The Confederates make Poor Use Of their Artillery - A Mis take and Defeat for Lee's Army - The Campaign as a Whole a Great Success, but it should have been far greater - mcclellan's Retreat showed him well equipped in the Science Of War - Re view Of the Campaign - Jackson's and Magruder's Misunder standing - Moral Effect of the Gunboats on the James River There should be a Gunboat in Every Family. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Publisher: Forgotten Books
ISBN: 9781333921002
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 86
Book Description
Excerpt from From Manassas to Appomattox: Memoirs of the Civil War in America Last Stand in the Great Retreat - Strength Of mcclellan's Position - The Confederates make Poor Use Of their Artillery - A Mis take and Defeat for Lee's Army - The Campaign as a Whole a Great Success, but it should have been far greater - mcclellan's Retreat showed him well equipped in the Science Of War - Re view Of the Campaign - Jackson's and Magruder's Misunder standing - Moral Effect of the Gunboats on the James River There should be a Gunboat in Every Family. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
From Manassas to Appomattox: Civil War Memoirs
Author: James Longstreet
Publisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 581
Book Description
"From Manassas to Appomattox: Memoirs of the Civil War in America" is the memoir of General James Longstreet, one of the leading Confederate generals during the American Civil War. Longstreet in his memoirs refuted most of the criticism of his war record during the Civil War.
Publisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 581
Book Description
"From Manassas to Appomattox: Memoirs of the Civil War in America" is the memoir of General James Longstreet, one of the leading Confederate generals during the American Civil War. Longstreet in his memoirs refuted most of the criticism of his war record during the Civil War.
From Manassas to Appomattox: Memoirs of the Civil War in America
Author: James Longstreet
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781542932318
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 484
Book Description
James Longstreet was one of the greatest Confederate generals in the American Civil War. Longstreet was the main subordinate to Robert E. Lee who called him his "Old War Horse." Longstreet would later become a politician and he also wrote about his experiences in the Civil War.From Manassas to Appomattox is Longstreet's classic memoirs on his time in the Civil War. The book served as a sharp response to detractors who questioned his leadership in the Civil War.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781542932318
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 484
Book Description
James Longstreet was one of the greatest Confederate generals in the American Civil War. Longstreet was the main subordinate to Robert E. Lee who called him his "Old War Horse." Longstreet would later become a politician and he also wrote about his experiences in the Civil War.From Manassas to Appomattox is Longstreet's classic memoirs on his time in the Civil War. The book served as a sharp response to detractors who questioned his leadership in the Civil War.
From Manassas to Appomattox: Memoirs of the Civil War in America (Illustrated Edition)
Author: James Longstreet
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 583
Book Description
James Longstreet's 'From Manassas to Appomattox: Memoirs of the Civil War in America' offers a uniquely detailed and personal account of the American Civil War, covering key battles and events with a focus on military strategy and tactics. Longstreet's narrative style is straightforward and factual, providing readers with a clear understanding of the complexities of war while also offering insights into the emotions and motivations of those involved. The inclusion of illustrations in this edition enhances the reader's experience, adding visual context to the written descriptions of battles and campaigns. Longstreet's memoirs stand out as a valuable historical document, shedding light on one of the most tumultuous periods in American history. Reading this book gives readers a deeper understanding of the Civil War and the individuals who played significant roles in shaping its outcome. From military enthusiasts to history buffs, 'From Manassas to Appomattox' is a must-read for anyone interested in this pivotal moment in American history.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 583
Book Description
James Longstreet's 'From Manassas to Appomattox: Memoirs of the Civil War in America' offers a uniquely detailed and personal account of the American Civil War, covering key battles and events with a focus on military strategy and tactics. Longstreet's narrative style is straightforward and factual, providing readers with a clear understanding of the complexities of war while also offering insights into the emotions and motivations of those involved. The inclusion of illustrations in this edition enhances the reader's experience, adding visual context to the written descriptions of battles and campaigns. Longstreet's memoirs stand out as a valuable historical document, shedding light on one of the most tumultuous periods in American history. Reading this book gives readers a deeper understanding of the Civil War and the individuals who played significant roles in shaping its outcome. From military enthusiasts to history buffs, 'From Manassas to Appomattox' is a must-read for anyone interested in this pivotal moment in American history.
The Civil War: A Narrative
Author: Shelby Foote
Publisher: Vintage
ISBN: 0394746228
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 1120
Book Description
This final volume of Shelby Foote’s masterful narrative history of the Civil War brings to life the military endgame, the surrender at Appomattox, and the tragic dénouement of the war—the assassination of President Lincoln. Features maps throughout. "An unparalleled achievement, an American Iliad, a unique work uniting the scholarship of the historian and the high readability of the first-class novelist." —Walker Percy “To read this chronicle is an awesome and moving experience. History and literature are rarely so thoroughly combined as here; one finishes this volume convinced that no one need undertake this particular enterprise again.” —Newsweek “In objectivity, in range, in mastery of detail, in beauty of language and feeling for the people involved, this work surpasses anything else on the subject. . . . Written in the tradition of the great historian-artists—Gibbon, Prescott, Napier, Freeman—it stands alongside the work of the best of them.” —The New Republic “The most written-about war in history has, with this completion of Shelby Foote’s trilogy, been given the epic treatment it deserves.” —Providence Journal
Publisher: Vintage
ISBN: 0394746228
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 1120
Book Description
This final volume of Shelby Foote’s masterful narrative history of the Civil War brings to life the military endgame, the surrender at Appomattox, and the tragic dénouement of the war—the assassination of President Lincoln. Features maps throughout. "An unparalleled achievement, an American Iliad, a unique work uniting the scholarship of the historian and the high readability of the first-class novelist." —Walker Percy “To read this chronicle is an awesome and moving experience. History and literature are rarely so thoroughly combined as here; one finishes this volume convinced that no one need undertake this particular enterprise again.” —Newsweek “In objectivity, in range, in mastery of detail, in beauty of language and feeling for the people involved, this work surpasses anything else on the subject. . . . Written in the tradition of the great historian-artists—Gibbon, Prescott, Napier, Freeman—it stands alongside the work of the best of them.” —The New Republic “The most written-about war in history has, with this completion of Shelby Foote’s trilogy, been given the epic treatment it deserves.” —Providence Journal
The Iron Brigade in Civil War and Memory
Author: Lance J. Herdegen
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781611211061
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The Iron Brigade is one of the most celebrated military organisations of the American Civil War. Although it is primarily known for its remarkable stand on the first bloody day at Gettysburg, its stellar service from the earliest days of the war all the way to Appomattox Court House is routinely ignored. The Iron Brigade in the Civil War is based on decades of archival research and includes scores of previously unpublished letters, photos, journals, and other primary accounts. This well researched and written tour de force, which includes reunion and memorial coverage until the final expiration of the last surviving member, will be the last word on the Iron Brigade for the foreseeable future. "When we were young", explained one Black Hat veteran many years after the war, "we hardly realised that we had fought on more fields of battle than the Old Guard of Napoleon, and have stood fire in far greater firmness." Here, at long last, is the full story of how young farm boys, shopkeepers, river men and piney camp boys in a brigade forged with iron helped save the Union. AUTHOR: Lance J. Herdegen is the award-winning author of several books on Civil War topics. His latest work, Those Damned Black Hats: The Iron Brigade in the Gettysburg Campaign, won the Army Historical Foundation's Distinguished Writing Award. Lance is the former director of the Institute for Civil War Studies at Carroll University and presently chairs the Wisconsin Civil War Sesquicentennial Commission. He was recently inducted into the Milwaukee Press Club's Hall of Fame and lives in Spring Prairie, Walworth County, Wisconsin. SELLING POINTS: The first book-length account of this legendary combat unit from Bull Run to the grand march up Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington ILLUSTRATIONS: 68 b/w photographs & 15 maps
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781611211061
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The Iron Brigade is one of the most celebrated military organisations of the American Civil War. Although it is primarily known for its remarkable stand on the first bloody day at Gettysburg, its stellar service from the earliest days of the war all the way to Appomattox Court House is routinely ignored. The Iron Brigade in the Civil War is based on decades of archival research and includes scores of previously unpublished letters, photos, journals, and other primary accounts. This well researched and written tour de force, which includes reunion and memorial coverage until the final expiration of the last surviving member, will be the last word on the Iron Brigade for the foreseeable future. "When we were young", explained one Black Hat veteran many years after the war, "we hardly realised that we had fought on more fields of battle than the Old Guard of Napoleon, and have stood fire in far greater firmness." Here, at long last, is the full story of how young farm boys, shopkeepers, river men and piney camp boys in a brigade forged with iron helped save the Union. AUTHOR: Lance J. Herdegen is the award-winning author of several books on Civil War topics. His latest work, Those Damned Black Hats: The Iron Brigade in the Gettysburg Campaign, won the Army Historical Foundation's Distinguished Writing Award. Lance is the former director of the Institute for Civil War Studies at Carroll University and presently chairs the Wisconsin Civil War Sesquicentennial Commission. He was recently inducted into the Milwaukee Press Club's Hall of Fame and lives in Spring Prairie, Walworth County, Wisconsin. SELLING POINTS: The first book-length account of this legendary combat unit from Bull Run to the grand march up Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington ILLUSTRATIONS: 68 b/w photographs & 15 maps