Description
Discover the riveting tales of the U.S. Civil War with 'U.S. Civil War Battle by Battle'. This compelling trade paperback publishes by Bloomsbury dives deep into the most significant conflicts of America's most devastating military struggle. Spanning from 1861 to 1865, this book details 30 pivotal battles where more than 620,000 soldiers and sailors sacrificed their lives in over 8,000 encounters. From the iconic Battle of Gettysburg to the lesser-known yet equally crucial battles such as Brandy Station and Cedar Creek, readers will uncover the intricate complexities of each clash. This highly illustrated volume features stunning colour artwork, depicting the diverse theatres of the Civil War, and meticulously outlines the roles of infantry, cavalry, artillery, and naval forces from both the Union and Confederate sides. Whether you are a history enthusiast or a student, this guide offers a comprehensive overview of the battles that shaped American history. Get your copy to explore the War between the States like never before.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781472850119
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Description:
The American Civil War was the most cataclysmic military struggle of the late 19th century, and in four bloody years of fighting from 1861 to 1865 over 620,000 American soldiers and sailors lost their lives in more than 8,000 battles, engagements and skirmishes.
The American Civil War Battle by Battle tells the story of 30 of the most significant of these battles. These include some of the most famous clashes, such as the battles of Gettysburg and the Fredericksburg, which resonate through American military history, but also the less well known, such as the battles of Brandy Station and Cedar Creek.
This highly illustrated introduction, packed full of colour artwork, covers every theatre of the war and details infantry, cavalry, artillery and seaborne units from both the Union and Confederate forces to give a true sense of the scale of the War between the States.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781472850119
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Description:
The American Civil War was the most cataclysmic military struggle of the late 19th century, and in four bloody years of fighting from 1861 to 1865 over 620,000 American soldiers and sailors lost their lives in more than 8,000 battles, engagements and skirmishes.
The American Civil War Battle by Battle tells the story of 30 of the most significant of these battles. These include some of the most famous clashes, such as the battles of Gettysburg and the Fredericksburg, which resonate through American military history, but also the less well known, such as the battles of Brandy Station and Cedar Creek.
This highly illustrated introduction, packed full of colour artwork, covers every theatre of the war and details infantry, cavalry, artillery and seaborne units from both the Union and Confederate forces to give a true sense of the scale of the War between the States.