The Life And Letters Of Emory Upton, Colonel Of The Fourth Regiment Of Artillery, And Brevet Major-General, U. S. Army (1885)

""The Life and Letters of Emory Upton"" is a biography of Colonel Emory Upton, who served in the Fourth Regiment of Artillery and achieved the rank of Brevet Major-General in the United States Army. The book, written by Peter S. Michie and published in 1885, provides a comprehensive account of Upton's life and career, including his experiences during the American Civil War and his contributions to military tactics and strategy.The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on Upton's life and military career, beginning with his childhood in New York and his education at West Point. It covers his service in the Civil War, including his participation in several major battles and his promotion to the rank of colonel. The second part of the book consists of Upton's letters, which provide insight into his personal life and his thoughts on military strategy and tactics.Overall, ""The Life and Letters of Emory Upton"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the United States Army and the Civil War. It offers a detailed and engaging account of the life of one of the most important military figures of the era, and provides readers with a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities faced by soldiers during this pivotal period in American history.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.