Author: Paul McClelland Angle
Publisher: Main Street Books
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 270
Book Description
A Pictorial History of the Civil War Years
Author: Paul McClelland Angle
Publisher: Main Street Books
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 270
Book Description
Publisher: Main Street Books
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 270
Book Description
The Irish Brigade
Author: Russ A. Pritchard
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1510756876
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
A Full-Color History for Civil War Enthusiasts, History Buffs, and Anyone Interested in the Saga of the Irish in America! The Union’s Irish Brigade, the Civil War’s most famous fighting outfit, built an unusual reputation for dash and gallantry having fought throughout the war, from First Bull Run in 1861 to the Confederate surrender and Appomattox Court House in 1865. Here is the gripping true story, replete with stunning full-color illustrations, of all Irish regiments from Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and New York serving under the direction of the Brigade’s most famous commander, General Thomas Francis Meagher. This meticulously researched text features complete and detailed accounts of the Brigade’s battles and skirmishes, from Bull Run to Yorktown to Peach Orchard to Malvern Hill to Antietam to Petersburg—to name a few. This powerful, authoritative volume captures the heart and tireless effort of the heroic men who rescued the Union from defeat time and time again—enthralling reading with authentic accompanying illustrations that will fascinate everyone from the biggest history buffs to the occasional layman interested in the history of Irish-Americans or the Civil War.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1510756876
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
A Full-Color History for Civil War Enthusiasts, History Buffs, and Anyone Interested in the Saga of the Irish in America! The Union’s Irish Brigade, the Civil War’s most famous fighting outfit, built an unusual reputation for dash and gallantry having fought throughout the war, from First Bull Run in 1861 to the Confederate surrender and Appomattox Court House in 1865. Here is the gripping true story, replete with stunning full-color illustrations, of all Irish regiments from Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and New York serving under the direction of the Brigade’s most famous commander, General Thomas Francis Meagher. This meticulously researched text features complete and detailed accounts of the Brigade’s battles and skirmishes, from Bull Run to Yorktown to Peach Orchard to Malvern Hill to Antietam to Petersburg—to name a few. This powerful, authoritative volume captures the heart and tireless effort of the heroic men who rescued the Union from defeat time and time again—enthralling reading with authentic accompanying illustrations that will fascinate everyone from the biggest history buffs to the occasional layman interested in the history of Irish-Americans or the Civil War.
Harper's Pictorial History of the Civil War
Author: Alfred Hudson Guernsey
Publisher: Gramercy
ISBN: 9780517183342
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 836
Book Description
A pictorial history of the Civil War, featuring articles and illustrations that appeared in Harper's Magazine beginning with the events leading up to the firing on Fort Sumter through Reconstruction.
Publisher: Gramercy
ISBN: 9780517183342
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 836
Book Description
A pictorial history of the Civil War, featuring articles and illustrations that appeared in Harper's Magazine beginning with the events leading up to the firing on Fort Sumter through Reconstruction.
Pictorial History of the War for the Union, Vol. 2 of 2
Author: Mrs. Ann S. Stephens
Publisher: Forgotten Books
ISBN: 9780267813711
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 642
Book Description
Excerpt from Pictorial History of the War for the Union, Vol. 2 of 2: A Complete and Reliable History of the War From Its Commencement to Its Close Close of the Campaign: Battle of Five Forks, Va., April 1-3, 1865. Sheridan's Expedition in the Shenandoah Valley, Feb 27 - March 19, Expedition against St. Mark's. Fla., March 4 - 12. 1865. 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: 9780267813711
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 642
Book Description
Excerpt from Pictorial History of the War for the Union, Vol. 2 of 2: A Complete and Reliable History of the War From Its Commencement to Its Close Close of the Campaign: Battle of Five Forks, Va., April 1-3, 1865. Sheridan's Expedition in the Shenandoah Valley, Feb 27 - March 19, Expedition against St. Mark's. Fla., March 4 - 12. 1865. 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.
Nashville
Author: George Rollie Adams
Publisher: Walsworth Publishing Company
ISBN: 9780898650136
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 191
Book Description
Publisher: Walsworth Publishing Company
ISBN: 9780898650136
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 191
Book Description
The great civil war
Author: Robert Tomes
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Battles
Languages : en
Pages : 1094
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Battles
Languages : en
Pages : 1094
Book Description
The General & the Texas
Author: Stan Cohen
Publisher: Pictorial Histories Publishing Company
ISBN: 9781575100609
Category : Chattanooga Railroad Expedition, 1862
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
On April 12, 1862, twenty Union soldiers and two civilians stole a train powered by a locomotive named "The General" just north of Atlanta. Their mission was to drive the train north to Chattanooga, destroying bridges, railways, and rolling stock along the way. Confederates, however, commandeered several engines, including "The Texas, " and initiated what became known as "The Great Locomotive Chase." Two movies and numerous books have been dedicated to this chapter in American history, but this is the first pictorial account of the incident. A thorough narrative is accompanied by numerous archival photographs, drawings, and maps associated with raid. After abandoning their mission, eight of the Union soldiers were executed and the remainder exchanged for Confederate POWs. The first Congressional Medals of Honor were awarded to the Union soldiers who participated.
Publisher: Pictorial Histories Publishing Company
ISBN: 9781575100609
Category : Chattanooga Railroad Expedition, 1862
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
On April 12, 1862, twenty Union soldiers and two civilians stole a train powered by a locomotive named "The General" just north of Atlanta. Their mission was to drive the train north to Chattanooga, destroying bridges, railways, and rolling stock along the way. Confederates, however, commandeered several engines, including "The Texas, " and initiated what became known as "The Great Locomotive Chase." Two movies and numerous books have been dedicated to this chapter in American history, but this is the first pictorial account of the incident. A thorough narrative is accompanied by numerous archival photographs, drawings, and maps associated with raid. After abandoning their mission, eight of the Union soldiers were executed and the remainder exchanged for Confederate POWs. The first Congressional Medals of Honor were awarded to the Union soldiers who participated.
Pictorial History of the Russian War 1854-5-6
Author: George Dodd
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Crimean War, 1853-1856
Languages : en
Pages : 626
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Crimean War, 1853-1856
Languages : en
Pages : 626
Book Description
A Pictorical History of the United States
Author: Benson John Lossing
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : United States
Languages : en
Pages : 384
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : United States
Languages : en
Pages : 384
Book Description
Pictorial History Of The War For The Union
Author: Mrs Ann S Stephens
Publisher: Legare Street Press
ISBN: 9781020199226
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A comprehensive visual retelling of America's Civil War, accompanied by insightful commentary from novelist and journalist Mrs. Ann S. Stephens. This iconic work of historical literature features numerous illustrations and photographs, bringing the conflict to life for readers of all ages and backgrounds. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Publisher: Legare Street Press
ISBN: 9781020199226
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A comprehensive visual retelling of America's Civil War, accompanied by insightful commentary from novelist and journalist Mrs. Ann S. Stephens. This iconic work of historical literature features numerous illustrations and photographs, bringing the conflict to life for readers of all ages and backgrounds. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.