The Life and Letters of George Gordon Meade, Vol. 2: Major-General United States Army (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

George Meade

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1528179358 ISBN 13: 9781528179355

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017

Synopsis

Relive the pivotal moment when a marching army found its new leader, and a quiet dawn revealed a new path to Gettysburg.

This volume presents Meade’s firsthand account of taking command during a critical phase of the Civil War. It traces the overnight dispatches, the tense interview with General Hooker, and the careful consolidation of forces as the Army of the Potomac moved toward a decisive campaign. The narrative blends strategic stakes with personal insight, offering a window into leadership under pressure and the challenges of coordinating a fighting force on the move.

1. A close look at how a change of command happened on the march, under the pressure of war.


2. Details of the early discussions and decisions that shaped the army’s actions around Gettysburg.


3. Meade’s reflections on politics, public perception, and the realities of command.


4. Context on interactions with contemporaries and the broader military situation of 1864.

Ideal for readers who want a clear, grounded view of Civil War leadership and the march toward Gettysburg.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1528179358
• ISBN 13: 9781528179355
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 491