Official Papers, Letters and Notes, Relating to the War Record of P. W. Stanhope, Major and Brevet Lieutenant-Colonel, U. S. Army (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Philip William Stanhope

9780267444533: Official Papers, Letters and Notes, Relating to the War Record of P. W. Stanhope, Major and Brevet Lieutenant-Colonel, U. S. Army (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0267444532 ISBN 13: 9780267444533

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Hidden papers, bold recollections: a documentary window into a Civil War officer’s life

This collection compiles official papers, letters, and notes surrounding Major and Brevet Lieutenant-Colonel P. W. Stanhope’s war service, offering a focused look at commands, promotions, and defense operations in the 1860s. The material presents a portrait of a soldier who faced wounds, paroled captivity, and continued to influence recruiting and brigade leadership.

Core documents include battlefield reports, promotion recommendations, and circulars from U.S. Army headquarters.
Personal reflections and endorsements from colleagues, governors, and generals illuminate Stanhope’s reputation and career arc.
The collection covers key campaigns, defense duties in Ohio and Kentucky, and moments of praise and adversity that shaped his service.
It provides context for understanding Civil War military organization and the challenges faced by officers on and off the field.

Ideal for readers of Civil War history, military biography, and administrative history who want a documentary look at an officer’s wartime record and the voices that shaped it.

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