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The Story of Shiloh (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Delong Rice

 
9781333061012: The Story of Shiloh (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Uncover the battlefield that shaped a nation and the people who fought there.

This concise historical volume surveys the contest at Shiloh, a turning point of the Civil War, through the motives, decisions, and brutal realities that defined the clash on the Tennessee frontier. You’ll glimpse the leaders, the landscape, and the human cost that made the battle endure in memory.

From the grassy plains near the river to the infamous “Hornet’s Nest” sunken road, the narrative foregrounds the strategic moves and the fate of both sides. It traces General Grant’s and General Johnston’s choices, the roles of Buell and Beauregard, and the awe-inspiring courage of thousands who faced unfamiliar dangers with bare earthworks and marching columns.

  • Clear outline of the battle’s origins and objectives.
  • Profiles of key commanders and their decisions under pressure.
  • Descriptive terrain and its impact on tactics and fate.
  • The human cost and the battle’s lasting significance in American history.

Ideal for readers of Civil War history and battlefield narratives seeking a focused, accessible introduction.

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