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U.S. Grant
The Making Of A General, 1861-1863
by Michael B. Ballard
ISBN: 0742543080
ISBN-13: 9780742543089
Format: Hardcover
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Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Pub Inc
Published date: 2005
Size: 6 x 9 inches
Weight: 0.95 pounds
Pages: 184
Publisher's Notes
The author culls the diaries and letters of the Union general to reveal the secrets of Grant's military successes, unraveling the strategies and command techniques while chronicling his extraordinary tenure as commander of the Union forces.
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U.S. Grant: The Making Of A General, 1861-1863
Ballard, Michael B
Lanham, Maryland, U.S.A.: Rowman & Littlefield Pub Inc, 2005. remnant of label removel on jacket, otherwise in excellent condition.. Not Indicated. Hard Cover. Near Fine +/Near Fine. Illus. by Some B/W Photos. ( more information) Offered by Michael Diesman (United States)
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Ballard, Michael L
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ROWMAN & LITTLEFIELD, 2005. Brand new. <br>Author: BALLARD, MICHAEL B.<br>Publisher: ROWMAN & LITTLEFIELD<br>Year Of Publication: 2005<br>Pages: 200<br>Publication Country: USA<br>Dimensions: 229 x 152<br>Format: hardback<br>The author culls the diaries and letters of the Union general to reveal the secrets of Grant's military successes, unraveling the strategies and command techniques while chronicling his extraordinary tenure as commander of the Union forces. ( more information) Offered by Thunder Books (United States)
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