Report of the Commission Appointed by the President to Investigate the Conduct
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2016
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Print on Demand. This book presents the findings of a wide-ranging investigation into the conduct of the War Department during the Spanish-American War. Assembled by a commission appointed by the President himself, the report details the findings of inquiries into all branches of the Army during the conflict, including its administration, bureaucracy, and conditions in camps and on the battlefield. The findings represent a sweeping examination of the war effort, from the mobilization of troops to the care of the sick and wounded. In addition to assessing blame for failures, inefficiencies, and corruption, the book also commends the many individuals whose efforts ensured that the war was ultimately a success. This book is a valuable historical document and a window into the challenges and triumphs of one of America's most important military conflicts. It provides a comprehensive and balanced account of the war, making it essential reading for anyone interested in American history, military affairs, or the Spanish-American War. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. …
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- Title
- Report of the Commission Appointed by the President to Investigate the Conduct
- Author
- Grenville M. Dodge, James A. Beaver
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- Book Type
- print-on-demand item
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1332828981
- ISBN 13
- 9781332828982
- Seller catalogs
- Modern Military and War History
The Commission's report into the War Department's conduct during the Spanish-American War offers a clear, fact-driven account for readers seeking understanding of wartime organization and accountability.
This edition presents the origins, procedures, and scope of a presidential commission formed to study how the War Department managed the recent conflict. It covers how investigators planned their work, opened channels for public complaints, and reviewed actions across military departments, hospitals, and supplies, with an emphasis on presenting the truth and drawing responsible conclusions.
- How the commission organized itself, gathered testimony, and handled public access to proceedings.
- Insights into medical staffing, nursing, and the challenges of supplying an expanding army.
- Details on the Porto Rico campaign and how decisions shaped early war efforts.
- An explanation of the investigative approach, including allowances for testimony and evidence.
Ideal for readers of history and government records who want a grounded view of wartime administration and accountability.
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