James Longstreet

From Manassas to Appomattox

Memoirs of the Civil War in America

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

In "From Manassas to Appomattox," James Longstreet provides an unflinching and personal account of the American Civil War, chronicling his experiences and strategic evaluations from the outset of the conflict to its culmination at Appomattox Court House. Written with an engaging clarity and detail, Longstreet's memoir allows readers to grasp not only the military strategies employed but also the humanistic aspects of war, illustrating the psychological toll on both the soldiers and the civilian population. Positioning itself within the milieu of 19th-century military literature, this narrative serves as both a memorial and critique, reflecting the complexities of loyalty and valor within the Union and Confederate ideologies. James Longstreet, a prominent Confederate general and one of General Lee's most trusted subordinates, was deeply involved in many pivotal battles. His military background, bolstered by his service in the Mexican-American War, informs his reflective portrayal of leadership and the tactical decisions that defined the war's course. Longstreet's later advocacy for reconciliation and his controversial perspectives on the war underscore the introspection that informs his writing. This book is an essential read for historians and enthusiasts of military strategy, as it offers a rare insider perspective on the Confederate command. Longstreet's blend of personal narrative and critical analysis provides a compelling entry point into understanding the complexities of the Civil War, making it an invaluable addition to any collection focused on American history.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Sharp Ink
• Seitenzahl: 372
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 19mm
• Gewicht: 518g
• ISBN-13: 9788028339210
• Artikelnr.: 69651494

Inhaltsangabe

Foreword by Christian Keller
Introduction
Preface
1. The Ante-bellum Life of the Author
2. From New Mexico to Manassas
3. Battle oManassas, or Bull Run
4. The Confederates Hovering Around Washington
5. Round About Richmond
6. The Battle of Williamsburg
7. Seven Pines, or Fair Oaks
8. Sequelae of Seven Pines
9. Robert E. Lee in Command
10. Fighting along the Chickahominy
11. Battle of Malvern Hill
12. Halleck and Pope in Federal Command
13. Making Ready for Manassas Again
14. Second Battle of Manassas (Bull Run)
15. The Maryland Campaign
16. "The Lost Order" - South Mountain
17. Preliminaries of the Great Battle
18. Battle of Sharpsburg, or Antietam
19. Battle of Sharpsburg, or Antietam (continued)
20. Review of the Maryland Campaign
21. Reorganization and Rest for Both Armies
22. Battle of Fredericksburg
23. Battle of Fredericksburg (continued)
24. Preparing for the Spring of '63
25. Invasion of Pennsylvania
26. Gettysburg - First Day
27. Gettysburg - Second Day
28. Gettysburg - Third Day
29. The Wave Rolls Back
30. Longstreet Moves to Georgia
31. Battle of Chickamauga
32. Failure to Follow Success
33. The East Tennessee Campaign
34. Besieging Knoxville
35. Cut Off from East and West
36. Strategic Importance of the Field
37. Last Days in Tennessee
38. Battle of the Wilderness
39. Again in Front of Richmond
40. Talk of Peace
41. Battle of Five Forks
42. Petersburg
43. Appomattox
44. Post-Bellum Pendant
Appendix
Notes
Index