Battle Hymn: The Best and Worst Civil War Generals
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| Rating | : | 4.19 (876 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1455621366 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 208 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-07-13 |
| Language | : | English |
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From the Inside Flap• Want to know which general was the most respected by soldiers on both sides? • Ever wonder why George Thomas is considered the best combat general of the war? • How did Union general Ulysses S. Hayes is a longtime resident of Tyler, Texas.. Sherman were both hated and respected and why Stonewall Jackson was labeled “Tom Fool” while teaching at the Virginia Military Institute. He received a bachelor of arts degree in economics and history from Siena College and a master of science degree in education and history from Long Island University. Walsh’s entertaining book! He reveals the strengths and weaknesses of the Civil War’s top generals using extensi
He opened an art gallery after his retirement, becoming an accomplished sculptor, and his political cartoons are published in several newspapers. Walsh teaches courses on the American Revolution, Civil War, Native American-US government relations, imperialism, and the history and culture of Ireland. An adjunct professor specializing in American and European history, Richard M. A prolific author, father of four, an
Satirical portraits scattered throughout add to the fun of this educational read.. An unbiased look at military leaders during the Civil War.Want to know which general was the most respected by soldiers on both sides? Or why George Thomas is considered the best combat general of the war? Read history professor Richard M. Walsh’s entertaining book! In it, he reveals the strengths and weaknesses of the Civil War’s top generals. Discover why Stonewall Jackson was considered the best combat leader in the Confederacy and why George McClellan was called “Little Napoleon.” Walsh even includes citizen soldiers Patrick Cleburne and Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain in his chronicle. Sherman are both hated and respected. Find out why Nathan Bedford Forrest and William T
William P. Flahive said Great for Civil War buffs and novices alike. Excellent work. I read a lot of history. Professor Walsh really brought these generals alive for me. He did a great job describing the good, the bad, and detailed reasons for their failures and their triumphs.. Great read for Civil War buffs diane c lyons Entertaining and informative read. Very insightful.