That Body of Brave Men: The U.S. Regular Infantry and The Civil War In The West

Johnson, Mark W.

ISBN 10: 0306812460 / ISBN 13: 9780306812460

Published by Da Capo Press, 2003

About this Item

2003. De Capo Press. 8vo. Hardcover. First edition. Near fine in fine DJ. Signed and inscribed by the author on the title page.

Seller Inventory # K5804

Bibliographic Details

• Title: That Body of Brave Men: The U.S. Regular Infantry and The Civil War In The West
• Publisher: Da Capo Press
• Publication Date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0306812460
• ISBN 13: 9780306812460
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Fine
• Signed: Inscribed by Author(s)

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Synopsis

Using old regimental records from the Civil War, as well as diaries and letters, Mark W. Johnson has unearthed a wealth of new material about this long-neglected topic: he covers every unit and every battle in compelling narrative and exhaustive detail and reaches some surprising conclusions about the significant role these troops played in the Union's eventual victory.

About the Author

Mark W. Johnson is a Major in the U.S. Army and doctoral candidate in history at the State University of New York at Albany. He lives in Bennington, Vermont.