Download or read book For Cause and Comrades written by James M. McPherson and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 1997-04-03 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: General John A. Wickham, commander of the famous 101st Airborne Division in the 1970s and subsequently Army Chief of Staff, once visited Antietam battlefield. Gazing at Bloody Lane where, in 1862, several Union assaults were brutally repulsed before they finally broke through, he marveled, "You couldn't get American soldiers today to make an attack like that." Why did those men risk certain death, over and over again, through countless bloody battles and four long, awful years ? Why did the conventional wisdom -- that soldiers become increasingly cynical and disillusioned as war progresses -- not hold true in the Civil War? It is to this question--why did they fight--that James McPherson, America's preeminent Civil War historian, now turns his attention. He shows that, contrary to what many scholars believe, the soldiers of the Civil War remained powerfully convinced of the ideals for which they fought throughout the conflict. Motivated by duty and honor, and often by religious faith, these men wrote frequently of their firm belief in the cause for which they fought: the principles of liberty, freedom, justice, and patriotism. Soldiers on both sides harkened back to the Founding Fathers, and the ideals of the American Revolution. They fought to defend their country, either the Union--"the best Government ever made"--or the Confederate states, where their very homes and families were under siege. And they fought to defend their honor and manhood. "I should not lik to go home with the name of a couhard," one Massachusetts private wrote, and another private from Ohio said, "My wife would sooner hear of my death than my disgrace." Even after three years of bloody battles, more than half of the Union soldiers reenlisted voluntarily. "While duty calls me here and my country demands my services I should be willing to make the sacrifice," one man wrote to his protesting parents. And another soldier said simply, "I still love my country." McPherson draws on more than 25,000 letters and nearly 250 private diaries from men on both sides. Civil War soldiers were among the most literate soldiers in history, and most of them wrote home frequently, as it was the only way for them to keep in touch with homes that many of them had left for the first time in their lives. Significantly, their letters were also uncensored by military authorities, and are uniquely frank in their criticism and detailed in their reports of marches and battles, relations between officers and men, political debates, and morale. For Cause and Comrades lets these soldiers tell their own stories in their own words to create an account that is both deeply moving and far truer than most books on war. Battle Cry of Freedom, McPherson's Pulitzer Prize-winning account of the Civil War, was a national bestseller that Hugh Brogan, in The New York Times, called "history writing of the highest order." For Cause and Comrades deserves similar accolades, as McPherson's masterful prose and the soldiers' own words combine to create both an important book on an often-overlooked aspect of our bloody Civil War, and a powerfully moving account of the men who fought it.

Download or read book Memoirs of General William T Sherman Complete written by William T. Sherman and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2021-01-01 with total page 831 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The present book 'Memoirs of General William T. Sherman — Complete' is a compandium of autobiographical memoirs of an American soldier, businessman, educator and author William T. Sherman. It was first published in the year 1875.

Download or read book Memoirs of Gen William T Sherman written by William Tecumseh Sherman and published by . This book was released on 1891 with total page 440 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Memoirs of General William T Sherman written by William Sherman and published by Applewood Books. This book was released on 2008-10 with total page 414 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Memoirs of General William T Sherman written by William Tecumseh Sherman and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2024-06-25 with total page 821 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reprint of the original, first published in 1876.

Download or read book The United States Army and Navy Journal and Gazette of the Regular and Volunteer Forces written by and published by . This book was released on 1865 with total page 836 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Memoirs of the Civil War Commanders written by Raphael Semmes and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-10 with total page 6359 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'The Memoirs of the Civil War Commanders', the reader is presented with a rare anthology that encapsulates the complex tapestry of the American Civil War through the personal narratives of its key figures. Spanning a diverse array of literary styles from detailed military accounts to poignant personal reflections, this collection provides an unparalleled window into the strategic, ethical, and human dimensions of the war. The diversity of viewpoints and writing styles highlights the multifaceted nature of the conflict, with each memoir bringing its unique insight into the motivations, challenges, and repercussions faced by these historical figures and their troops during one of America's most turbulent periods. The backgrounds of the contributing authorsRaphael Semmes, Abraham Lincoln, Jefferson Davis, William Sherman, Ulysses Grantare as diverse as their roles in the Civil War. From the President of the Confederacy to the Union's leading generals and a notorious Confederate naval commander, each brings a distinct perspective informed by their unique experiences and collective contributions. This mix of voices reflects the rich tapestry of American society during the mid-19th century and provides a nuanced understanding of the various ideological, military, and personal factors that influenced the course of the war. 'The Memoirs of the Civil War Commanders' is a must-read for anyone interested in the intricacies of American history, military strategy, or the personal trials and triumphs of leadership in times of crisis. By bringing together these disparate narratives into a single volume, the anthology offers a unique opportunity to explore the Civil War from multiple viewpoints, fostering a deeper appreciation of the complexities and contradictions of this defining period in American history. It invites readers to delve beneath the surface of historical events to grasp the human element of warfare, making it an essential addition to the library of scholars, history enthusiasts, and anyone with a passion for understanding the past through the eyes of those who shaped it.

Download or read book Journal of the National Encampment of the Grand Army of the Republic written by and published by . This book was released on 1910 with total page 998 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vol. 83 contains final report of the finances from 1949 to the closing of the organization in 1956.

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Download or read book West Pointers and the Civil War written by Wayne Wei-siang Hsieh and published by Univ of North Carolina Press. This book was released on 2009-11-15 with total page 302 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Most Civil War generals were graduates of West Point, and many of them helped transform the U.S. Army from what was little better than an armed mob that performed poorly during the War of 1812 into the competent fighting force that won the Mexican War. Wayne Wei-siang Hsieh demonstrates how the "old army" transformed itself into a professional military force after 1814, and, more important, how "old army" methods profoundly shaped the conduct of the Civil War.

Download or read book Civil War in the Southwest written by Jerry Thompson and published by Texas A&M University Press. This book was released on 2001-08-01 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1861 and 1862, in the vast deserts and rugged mountains of the Southwest, eighteen hundred miles from Washington and Richmond, the Civil War raged in a struggle that could have decided the fate of the nation. In the summer and fall of 1861, Gen. Henry Hopkins Sibley raised a brigade of young and zealous Texans to invade New Mexico Territory as a step toward the conquest of Colorado and California and the creation of a Confederate empire in the Southwest. Of the Sibley Brigade's sixteen major battles during the war, their most excruciating experiences came during the ill-fated New Mexico Campaign. Civil War in the Southwest tells the dramatic story of that campaign in the words of some of the actual participants. Noted Civil War scholar Jerry Thompson has edited and annotated eighteen episodes written by William Lott "Old Bill" Davidson and six other members of Sibley's Brigade that were originally published in a small East Texas newspaper, the Overton Sharp Shooter, in 1887-88. Written "to set the record straight," these veterans' stories provide colorful accounts of the bloody battles of Valverde, Glorieta, and Peralta, as well as details of the soldiers' tragic and painful retreat back to Texas in the summer of 1862. With his extensive knowledge of Sibley's campaign, Thompson has provided context for the eyewitness accounts-and corrections where needed-to produce a campaign history that is intimate and passionate, yet accurate in the smallest detail. History readers will find much to ponder in these unique first-person recollections of a campaign that, had it succeeded, would have radically altered the history of the Southern Confederacy and the United States.

Download or read book Heroes of the Western Theater written by Lois J. Lambert and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 592 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Thirty-third Ohio Volunteer Infantry fought disease, capture, and heavy casualties in many notable Civil War battles before heroically volunteering to reenlist. Although most men were recruited from south-central Ohio, by the end of the war nearly every state in Ohio was represented when asked to fill quotas and answer President Lincoln's call. These men fought in the battles of Chaplin Hills, Stones River, Hoovers Gap, Chickamauga, Lookout Mountain, Mission Ridge, Atlanta, Savannah, Averasboro, Bentonville, and Raleigh. They followed Sherman in his March to the Sea. The stories of these men are told through their letters to wives, sisters, and other family members in an engaging style that will personalize the experiences of the war.

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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.

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Download or read book The Collected Memoirs of the Civil War Leaders written by Raphael Semmes and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2022-11-13 with total page 6357 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DigiCat presents to you the collection of Civil War memoires, diaries and journals. This meticulous selection of the firsthand accounts, memoirs and diaries is specially comprised for Civil War enthusiasts and all people curious about the personal accounts and true life stories of the key personalities of the Civil War including Abraham Lincoln, Ulysses Grant, William Sherman, Jefferson Davis, Raphael Semmes and many more. Contents: History of Civil War, 1861-1865 Leaders & Commanders of the Union Abraham Lincoln Ulysses S. Grant Charles Anderson Dana William Tecumseh Sherman Philip Henry Sheridan John Beatty John Alexander Logan Thomas Wentworth Higginson Lemuel Abijah Abbott Leaders & Commanders of the Confederation Jefferson Davis – A Short History of the Confederate States of America James Longstreet Raphael Semmes Gilbert Moxley Sorrel Richard "Dick" Taylor Isaac Hermann John Singleton Mosby Heros Von Borcke

Download or read book The North American Review written by and published by . This book was released on 1898 with total page 828 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vols. 227-230, no. 2 include: Stuff and nonsense, v. 5-6, no. 8, Jan. 1929-Aug. 1930.