Brook Farm To Cedar Mountain - George Henry Gordon - Bog

Brook Farm To Cedar Mountain: In The War Of The Great Rebellion, 1861-1862 is a historical account of the early stages of the American Civil War. Written by George Henry Gordon and originally published in 1883, the book provides a detailed narrative of the events that took place during the first year of the war, from the initial outbreak of hostilities in April 1861 to the Battle of Cedar Mountain in August 1862.The book begins with an overview of the political and social climate in the United States leading up to the outbreak of the war, including the issues of slavery and states' rights that would ultimately lead to the conflict. It then goes on to describe the early military campaigns and battles of the war, including the First Battle of Bull Run, the Peninsula Campaign, and the Battle of Antietam.Throughout the book, Gordon provides detailed descriptions of the strategies and tactics employed by the Union and Confederate armies, as well as the experiences of individual soldiers and civilians caught up in the conflict. He also offers insights into the political and social context of the war, including the role of slavery and the impact of the conflict on the broader American society.Overall, Brook Farm To Cedar Mountain is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the early stages of the American Civil War, providing a detailed and informative account of 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.