This book is a gripping account of the most memorable battles of the American Civil War from the perspective of the Union Army. Orville J. Victor, himself a Union veteran, provides a first-hand account of the war's most pivotal moments, chronicling the bravery and sacrifice of the soldiers who fought. It is a must-read for anyone interested in America's history and the impact of the Civil War. 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.