Great commanders head-to-head; the battles of the Civil War

by Doughery, Kevin

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Book desription: Thunder Bay Press, 2009. Hardbound. New Book. Hardbound. An accessible study of battlefield tactics for both the military enthusiast and general reader, this book examines in detail how the leading generals of the Civil War measured up against each other at some of the most important battles. Each chapter covers a decisive battle between a pair of imposing adversaries, and includes a contextual introduction, a description of the action and the strategies of each commander, and an analysis of the aftermath. Boxed features showcase the commanders' strengths and weaknesses, and offer analysis as to why one triumphed on the battlefield while the other failed. Color maps depict an overhead view of the battles, with color-coded symbols to show the movement of opposing forces. High quality b&w historical photos, color and b&w historical and contemporary illustrations, and genealogical charts are also included. (©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR)

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