Civil War: Fort Sumter to Appomattox - Hardcover

Gallagher, Gary; Engle, Stephen; Krick, Robert; Glatthaar, Joseph T.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1782006435 ISBN 13: 9781782006435

Publisher: Osprey Publishing, 2014

Synopsis

The four long years of Civil War saw fighting across America on an unprecedented scale, incurring losses to both sides to an extent never previously imagined. As the battles raged from east to west, from the First Battle of Bull run to Sherman's march to the Sea, no part of America remained untouched by the war, with families finding themselves torn and fighting on opposing sides. More than 150 years on, the war continues to fascinate us, and the key commanders, both presidents, and battle sites are forever enshrined in America's history. With a foreword by James McPherson, this volume brings together the work of four leading US historians to provide a thoroughly comprehensive and insightful study of the war, packed with first-hand accounts from soldiers and civilians alike. Superbly illustrated with more than 150 contemporary black-and white and color images, and with 40 specially commissioned full-color maps, this edition provides an analysis of the causes, events, and effects of the Civil War.

About this title

Product Description:

Undoubtedly the most cataclysmic military struggle of the late nineteenth century, the American Civil War spanned four bloody years of fighting in which over 620,000 American soldiers and sailors lost their lives. From its outbreak at Fort Sumter, South Carolina in April 1861 until its conclusion at the Appomattox Court House, more than 10,000 battles, engagements and skirmishes were recorded across the length and breadth of America. This book explores the political, historical and cultural significance of the American Civil War, examining its impact on the civilians and military personnel caught up in it.

Review:

"This new 2014 edition features a foreword penned by highly respected author/historian James McPherson. Firsthand accounts from civilians and military personnel breathe life into the history recorded in this comprehensive book as it delivers informative analyses of the ACW's causes, events and consequences for the course of history in the United States and the world." --Toy Soldier and Model Figure Magazine

About this edition

• Publisher: Osprey Publishing
• Publication date: 2014
• ISBN 10: 1782006435
• ISBN 13: 9781782006435
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 352