The Forgotten Hero of Gettysburg: A Biography of General George Sears Greene - Softcover

Palmer, David W

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1413481434 ISBN 13: 9781413481433

Publisher: Xlibris, Corp., 2005

Synopsis

From his childhood in Rhode Island to his living his final years with his daughter in New Jersey, George Sears Greene had contributed a vital role in the health and welfare of America. He applied his West Point education to building railroads and reservoirs (as a Civil Engineer), meeting the growing demands of the New England and Mid-Atlantic States. Greene commanded troops during the Civil War at Cedar Mountain, Antietam, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, and Wauhatchie. Disobeying orders to leave his position on July 2nd at Culp's Hill (Gettysburg), Greene's actions preserved the Union, the turning point of the war.

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About the Author

David W. Palmer resides in his native Upper Darby, Pennsylvania. Graduating from Upper Darby High School, he majored in History and received his Bachelor's degree from Widener University. A life-long interest in American History, Mr. Palmer has been a frequent visitor to Gettysburg over the years and an advocate for preservation of our battlefields and farmlands. This is Mr. Palmer's first book.

Edition details

• Publisher: Xlibris, Corp.
• Publication date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1413481434
• ISBN 13: 9781413481433
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 348