From The Cannon's Mouth: The Civil War Letters Of General Alpheus S. Williams

From The Cannon's Mouth: The Civil War Letters Of General Alpheus S. Williams is a collection of letters written by General Alpheus S. Williams during the American Civil War. Williams was a Union general who fought in many battles, including the Battle of Antietam and the Battle of Gettysburg. The letters in this book provide a firsthand account of the war and its impact on the soldiers who fought in it. They offer insight into the tactics and strategies used by both the Union and Confederate armies, as well as the personal experiences and emotions of those involved in the conflict. The book is edited by David M. Jordan, who provides an introduction and annotations to help readers understand the context of the letters. Overall, From The Cannon's Mouth is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Civil War and the experiences of those who fought in it.Engaging Correspondence Of This Michigan General In The Union Army During The American Civil War, Recounting The Battles Of Second Bull Run, Antietam, Chancellorsville, And Gettysburg, As Well As The Atlanta And Savannah Campaigns.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Gary W. Gallagher, a professor of history at Pennsylvania State University and author of the prize-winning Fighting for the Confederacy: The Personal Recollections of General Edward Porter Alexander. Milo M. Quaife edited many classics, including Kit Carson’s Autobiography and Britton Davis’s Truth about Geronimo, both reprinted by the University of Nebraska Press.