Custer And His Wolverines: The Michigan Cavalry Brigade, 1861-1865 - Hardcover

Longacre, Edward G.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 093828987X ISBN 13: 9780938289876

Publisher: Da Capo Press, 1997

Synopsis

The Michigan Cavalry Brigade suffered the heaviest casualties of any Union cavalry unit in the Civil War. Best-known for its flamboyant commander, the Brigade played a central role in some of the Civil War's most crucial battles.

Dramatic coverage is given of the Brigade's critical defense of the Union line at Gettysburg on July 3, when J.E.B. Stuart's flank attack could have made Pickett's Charge a success. Custer and the Michigan Cavalry Brigade's key role in surrounding Lee's army at Appomattox is not widely known and is described in full detail in Longacre's compelling narrative.

About this title

About the Author:

Edward G. Longacre is the author of numerous biographies of Civil War generals. He is a recipient of the prestigious Fletcher Pratt Award for Civil War writing. He lives in Newport News, Virginia.

Review:

"A heady stew...Longacre distinctly contributes to better understanding of the 'Wolverines'...Replete with those delightful touches all Civil War buffs adore." -- Civil War CourierJuly, 2005

About this edition

• Publisher: Da Capo Press
• Publication date: 1997
• ISBN 10: 093828987X
• ISBN 13: 9780938289876
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 352