The Battle of Franklin (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

John K. Shellenberger

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0484196936 ISBN 13: 9780484196932

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore the chaos and decisions at Franklin, and how leadership shaped a pivotal Civil War battle.

This book presents a detailed, first-hand perspective on the fighting near Nashville in 1864 and 1865. It examines how a failed line, bold counterattacks, and contested orders influenced the course of the battle and its heavy costs.

Readers will get a clear view of the actions of multiple generals, the reactions of troops under pressure, and the delicate balance between courage and misjudgment on the ground.

• Ground-level descriptions of troop movement, fortifications, and the pace of battle
• Accounts of leadership decisions and their outcomes on the field
• Character sketches of officers, including moments of doubt and resolve
• Analysis of strategic consequences and the price paid in the days that followed

Ideal for readers who want a serious, readable account of Civil War fighting and the factors that turn a day of combat into a turning point.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0484196936
• ISBN 13: 9780484196932
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 48