Download or read book Personal Memoirs of William T Sherman Volume One written by William Sherman and published by . This book was released on 2010-09-15 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: William Tecumseh Sherman (February 8, 1820 - February 14, 1891) was an American soldier, businessman, educator and author. He served as a General in the Union Army during the American Civil War (1861-65), for which he received recognition for his outstanding command of military strategy as well as criticism for the harshness of the "scorched earth" policies that he implemented in conducting total war against the Confederate States. Military historian B. H. Liddell Hart famously declared that Sherman was "the first modern general."Sherman served under General Ulysses S. Grant in 1862 and 1863 during the campaigns that led to the fall of the Confederate stronghold of Vicksburg on the Mississippi River and culminated with the routing of the Confederate armies in the state of Tennessee. In 1864, Sherman succeeded Grant as the Union commander in the western theater of the war. He proceeded to lead his troops to the capture of the city of Atlanta, a military success that contributed to the re-election of President Abraham Lincoln. Sherman's subsequent march through Georgia and the Carolinas further undermined the Confederacy's ability to continue fighting. He accepted the surrender of all the Confederate armies in the Carolinas, Georgia, and Florida in April 1865.When Grant assumed the U.S. presidency in 1869, Sherman succeeded him as Commanding General of the Army (1869-83). As such, he was responsible for the U.S. Army conduct in the Indian Wars over the next 15 years, in the western United States. He steadfastly refused to be drawn into politics and in 1875 published his Memoirs, one of the best-known firsthand accounts of the Civil War.
Download or read book The Personal Memoirs General William T Sherman written by William T. Sherman and published by Createspace Independent Pub. This book was released on 2012-11-05 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1875, ten years after the end of the Civil War, Sherman became one of the first Civil War generals to publish a memoir. His Memoirs of General William T. Sherman, By Himself, begin with the year 1846 (when the Mexican War began) and end with a chapter about the "military lessons of the civil war". The memoirs were controversial in his day, but was lauded by many, foremost by President Ulysses S. Grant.
Download or read book The Personal Memoirs Of William T Sherman written by William T. Sherman and published by Jazzybee Verlag. This book was released on with total page 488 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: William Tecumseh Sherman was an American soldier, businessman, educator and author. He served as a General in the Union Army during the American Civil War (1861-65), for which he received recognition for his outstanding command of military strategy as well as criticism for the harshness of the "scorched earth" policies that he implemented in conducting total war against the Confederate States. These are not only his complete memoirs, but also a perfect narrative and a thrilling account of the Civil War Years.
Download or read book Memoirs of Gen William T Sherman written by William Tecumseh Sherman and published by . This book was released on 2011-02-01 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hailed as a prophet of modern war and condemned as a harbinger of modern barbarism, Sherman is the most controversial general of the Civil War. "War is cruelty, you cannot refine it," he wrote in fury to the Confederate mayor of Atlanta, and his memoir is filled with dozens of such wartime exchanges and a fascinating, eerie account of the famous march through the Carolinas. sure the memoirs remained controversial. W. T. Sherman's memoirs are still controversial, even today. He is either a great general, or an overrated one. He is either "hailed as a prophet of modern war or condemned as a modern barbarism." The historical value of these memoirs is enormous. Sherman contributed a great deal to the war, and was partially responsible for the war ending when it did. He conducted one of the most brilliant military campaigns in modern history (actually, they were three campaigns--Atlanta, Savannah, and the Carolinas) and accomplished what many considered to be the impossible. His policy of total war, applied in the South, was utilized by Sheridan in the Shenandoah, and was later slightly modified to be used against the Indians. Thanks to his memoirs, we have a step-by-step account of how this policy developed. Sherman's work is engaging and very to the point. He is meticulous almost to a fault in his quest for accuracy and detail. His writing is very, very good, and easy to read. He endeavored to be objective in his evaluations. Quick to give praise and slow to censure, he was not afraid to record the failures of his subordinates. William T. Sherman is a very colorful figure in Civil War history. He may well be one of the most complex and intriguing individuals of the war. To some, he is a barbarian; to others, a deliverer. He is immensely quotable, and was very opinionated and outspoken. If you're contemplating studying the Civil War, do not be put off by this book's length. Far from being a dry account of a man's recollections, this is a very engaging and very worthwhile autobiography, and any student of the war will profit by reading it. Volume 2 covers the Atlanta Campaign (including Nashville, Chattanooga, Kennesaw Mountain, and other battles around Atlanta), the pursuit of General Hood, the "March to the Sea" from Atlanta to Savannah, chapters about Savannah and Pocotaligo, the Campaign of the Carolinas, the end of the war (from Goldsboro to Raleigh and Washington), and military lessons of the war, and the aftermath of the war.
Download or read book Memoirs of General William T Sherman written by William Tecumseh Sherman and published by . This book was released on 1875 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Memoirs of Gen W T Sherman Volume 1 written by William Tecumseh Sherman and published by Legare Street Press. This book was released on 2023-07-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Memoirs of Gen. W.T. Sherman is the autobiography of William Tecumseh Sherman, one of the most renowned generals of the American Civil War. The book includes Sherman's recollections of his experiences during the war, as well as his perspectives on the political and social issues of the time. This is an essential read for anyone interested in the military history of the United States. 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.
Download or read book William Tecumseh Sherman Memoirs of General W T Sherman LOA 51 written by William Tecumseh Sherman and published by Library of America. This book was released on 1990-10-01 with total page 1086 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hailed as prophet of modern war and condemned as a harbinger of modern barbarism, William Tecumseh Sherman is the most controversial general of the American Civil War. “War is cruelty, and you cannot refine it,” he wrote in fury to the Confederate mayor of Atlanta, and his memoir is filled with dozens of such wartime exchanges. With the propulsive energy and intelligence that marked his campaigns, Sherman describes striking incidents and anecdotes and collects dozens of his incisive and often outspoken wartime orders and reports. This complex self-portrait of an innovative and relentless American warrior provides firsthand accounts of the war’s crucial events—Shiloh, Vicksburg, Chattanooga, the Atlanta campaign, the marches through Georgia and the Carolinas. LIBRARY OF AMERICA is an independent nonprofit cultural organization founded in 1979 to preserve our nation’s literary heritage by publishing, and keeping permanently in print, America’s best and most significant writing. The Library of America series includes more than 300 volumes to date, authoritative editions that average 1,000 pages in length, feature cloth covers, sewn bindings, and ribbon markers, and are printed on premium acid-free paper that will last for centuries.
Download or read book Memoirs of General W T Sherman Volume 1 Illustrated Special Edition Signature Edition written by William Sherman and published by . This book was released on 2020-03-30 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The incredible story of an American patriot and controversial Civil War general.Born in 1820, William Tecumseh Sherman graduated from The United States Military Academy at West Point and, after service in California and a career in business, went on to become one of the most famous generals from the American Civil War. Before his death in 1891, he recorded his memoirs, which tell an unbelievable story of adventure, sacrifice, heroism, struggle, loss, and conflict. Volume 1 of his personal memoirs includes events from 1820 through the Meridian Campaign in February 1864.This Illustrated Special Edition reprint from an 1891 source includes the original classic type font, additional images of W.T. Sherman, and a new cover design fit for display. Learn about Sherman's early memories from California, New York, and Louisiana to the outbreak of the Civil War, the Battle of Bull Run, Shiloh, Vicksburg, and much more. This is a must-read edition of one of the most remarkable books about the American Civil War and United States History.Table of Contents:Chapter 1: From 1820 to the Mexican WarChapter 2: Early Recollections of Calfornia 1846-1848Chapter 3: Early Recollections of California 1849-1850Chapter 4: Missouri, Louisiana, and California 1850-1855Chapter 5: California 1855-1857Chapter 6: California, New York, and Kansas 1857-1859Chapter 7: Louisiana 1859-1861Chapter 8: Missouris. April-May 1861Chapter 9: From the Battle of Bull Run to Paducah - Kentucky and Missouri 1861-1862Chapter 10: Battle of Shiloh - March and April 1862Chapter 11: Shiloh to Memphis - April to July 1862Chapter 12: Memphis to Arkansas Post - July 1862 to January 1863Chapter 13: Vicksburg - January to July 1863Chapter 14: Chattanooga and Knoxville - July to December 1863Chapter 15: Meridian Campaign - January and February 1864Chapter 16: AppendixThis special Signature Edition is signed by cover designer, Mark Bussler.
Download or read book William T Sherman Memoirs written by William T. Sherman and published by Lebooks Editora. This book was released on 2024-07-22 with total page 1452 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sherman's Memoirs are a detailed account of his life and military career, providing a firsthand perspective on many key events of the Civil War. First published in 1875 and later revised in 1886, the two-volume work is considered one of the most important personal narratives from the Civil War era. The Memoirs cover Sherman's early life, his experiences before the war, and his detailed recounting of the Civil War campaigns. He provides insights into his strategic thinking, the challenges he faced, and his interactions with other key figures of the time, including Ulysses S. Grant and Abraham Lincoln. Sherman's writing style is straightforward and unembellished, reflecting his pragmatic and direct approach to both life and warfare. He defends his controversial tactics during the war, particularly his "March to the Sea," arguing that the harsh methods were necessary to bring about a swift end to the conflict and save lives in the long run.
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Download or read book Grant and Sherman Civil War Memoirs written by Ulysses S. Grant and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, The Library of America re-issues the memoirs of Ulysses S. Grant and William Tecumseh Sherman in a handsome, newly designed case. An ailing Grant wrote his Personal Memoirs to secure his family's future. In doing so, the Civil War's greatest general won himself a unique place in American letters. John Keegan has called it "perhaps the most revelatory autobiography of high command to exist in any language." The Library of America's edition of Grant's Memoirs includes 175 of his letters to Lincoln, Sherman, and his wife, Julia, among others. Hailed as a prophet of modern war and condemned as a harbinger of modern barbarism, William T. Sherman is the most controversial general of the Civil War. "War is cruelty, and you cannot refine it," he wrote in fury to the Confederate mayor of Atlanta, and his memoir is filled with dozens of such wartime exchanges and a fascinating account of the famous march through Georgia and the Carolinas. LIBRARY OF AMERICA is an independent nonprofit cultural organization founded in 1979 to preserve our nation's literary heritage by publishing, and keeping permanently in print, America's best and most significant writing. The Library of America series includes more than 300 volumes to date, authoritative editions that average 1,000 pages in length, feature cloth covers, sewn bindings, and ribbon markers, and are printed on premium acid-free paper that will last for centuries.
Download or read book The Personal Memoirs Of General William T Sherman written by William T. Sherman and published by Jazzybee Verlag. This book was released on 2012 with total page 1398 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: William Tecumseh Sherman (February 8, 1820 – February 14, 1891) was an American soldier, businessman, educator and author. He served as a General in the Union Army during the American Civil War (1861–65), for which he received recognition for his outstanding command of military strategy as well as criticism for the harshness of the "scorched earth" policies that he implemented in conducting total war against the Confederate States. (courtesy of wikipedia.com) Contents: Preface To The Second Edition. Chapter I. - From 1820 To The Mexican War. Chapter II. - Early Recollections Of California. Chapter III. - Early Recollections Of California—(Continued). Chapter IV. - Missouri, Louisiana, And California Chapter V. - California Chapter VI. - California, New York, And Kansas. Chapter VII. - Louisiana Chapter VIII. - Missouri Chapter IX. - From The Battle Of Bull Run To Paducah Kentucky And Missouri Chapter X. - Battle Of Shiloh. Chapter XI. - Shiloh To Memphis. Chapter XII. - Memphis To Arkansas Post. Chapter XIII. - Vicksburg. Chapter XIV. - Chattanooga And Knoxville. Chapter XV. - Meridian Campaign. Appendix To Volume I. - Chickasaw Bayou. Arkansas Post. Meridian Campaign. Chapter XVI. - Atlanta Campaign-Nashville And Chattanooga To Benebaw. Chapter XVII. - Atlanta Campaign—Battles About Kenesaw Mountain. June, 1864. Chapter XVIII. - Atlanta Campaign—Battles About Atlanta Chapter XIX. - Capture Of Atlanta. Chapter XX. - Atlanta And After—Pursuit Of Hood. Chapter XXI. - The March To The Sea From Atlanta To Savannah. Chapter XXII. - Savannah And Pocotaligo. Chapter XXIII. - Campaign Of The Carolinas. Recapitulation—Campaign Of The Carolinas. Chapter XXIV. - End Of The War--From Goldsboro' To Raleigh And Washington. Chapter XXV. - Conclusion--Military Lessons Of The War. Chapter XXVI. - After The War Indian Peace Commission.
Download or read book Memoirs of General William T Sherman Complete written by William T. Sherman and published by Namaskar Book. This book was released on 2024-02-02 with total page 866 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on a captivating journey through American history with "Memoirs of General William T. Sherman" by William T. Sherman. Join one of the most iconic figures of the Civil War era as he recounts his experiences, including the famous March to the Sea, and offers insights into the unfolding story of America. As Sherman's memoirs unfold, witness the trials and triumphs of war through the eyes of a seasoned military leader. From the battlefields of the South to the corridors of power in Washington, D.C., immerse yourself in the epic struggle for freedom and unity that defined a nation. But amidst the chaos and conflict, a deeper narrative emerges: What if the story of General Sherman is not just a tale of war, but a reflection of the broader American experience? Prepare to be captivated by Sherman's reflections on the ideals of democracy, the challenges of leadership, and the enduring quest for justice and equality. Are you ready to march alongside General Sherman and explore the complex tapestry of American history? Experience the power of firsthand accounts as Sherman's vivid descriptions and candid insights bring history to life. Whether you're a history buff, a Civil War enthusiast, or simply curious about the past, this memoir offers a unique perspective on one of the most tumultuous periods in American history. Will you dare to confront the complexities of war and the contradictions of the American story? Immerse yourself in the rich narrative of "Memoirs of General William T. Sherman," where each chapter offers a glimpse into the heart and soul of a nation at war with itself. Whether you're studying history or seeking inspiration from the lives of great leaders, Sherman's memoirs will leave a lasting impression. Don't miss your chance to explore the March to the Sea and the unfolding American story with General Sherman. Let his memoirs be your guide as you navigate the tumultuous waters of history and discover the timeless lessons that continue to shape our world today. Seize the opportunity to own a piece of American history. Purchase "Memoirs of General William T. Sherman" now and embark on an unforgettable journey through the pages of one of the most important memoirs of the Civil War era.
Download or read book Memoirs of General William T Sherman written by William Tecumseh Sherman and published by . This book was released on 1875 with total page 422 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Memoirs of General William T Sherman written by William T. Sherman and published by anboco. This book was released on 2016-08-27 with total page 776 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nearly ten years have passed since the close of the civil war in America, and yet no satisfactory history thereof is accessible to the public; nor should any be attempted until the Government has published, and placed within the reach of students, the abundant materials that are buried in the War Department at Washington. These are in process of compilation; but, at the rate of progress for the past ten years, it is probable that a new century will come before they are published and circulated, with full indexes to enable the historian to make a judicious selection of materials. What is now offered is not designed as a history of the war, or even as a complete account of all the incidents in which the writer bore a part, but merely his recollection of events, corrected by a reference to his own memoranda, which may assist the future historian when he comes to describe the whole, and account for the motives and reasons which influenced some of the actors in the grand drama of war. I trust a perusal of these pages will prove interesting to the survivors, who have manifested so often their intense love of the "cause" which moved a nation to vindicate its own authority; and, equally so, to the rising generation, who therefrom may learn that a country and government such as ours are worth fighting for, and dying for, if need be. If successful in this, I shall feel amply repaid for departing from the usage of military men, who seldom attempt to publish their own deeds, but rest content with simply contributing by their acts to the honor and glory of their country. WILLIAM T. SHERMAN
Download or read book Sherman s Civil War written by Brooks D. Simpson and published by UNC Press Books. This book was released on 2014-07-02 with total page 971 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first major modern edition of the wartime correspondence of General William T. Sherman, this volume features more than 400 letters written between the election of Abraham Lincoln in 1860 and the day Sherman bade farewell to his troops in 1865. Together, they trace Sherman's rise from obscurity to become one of the Union's most famous and effective warriors. Arranged chronologically and grouped into chapters that correspond to significant phases in Sherman's life, the letters--many of which have never before been published--reveal Sherman's thoughts on politics, military operations, slavery and emancipation, the South, and daily life in the Union army, as well as his reactions to such important figures as General Ulysses S. Grant and President Lincoln. Lively, frank, opinionated, discerning, and occasionally extremely wrong-headed, these letters mirror the colorful personality and complex mentality of the man who wrote them. They offer the reader an invaluable glimpse of the Civil War as Sherman saw it.
