From Manassas to Appomattox: Memoirs of the Civil War in America by Longstreet
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"From Manassas to Appomattox: Memoirs of the Civil War in America" by James Longstreet is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book provides firsthand insights into the American Civil War, chronicled from the perspective of Longstreet, a prominent officer in the Confederate Army. It covers the notable battles and campaigns he participated in, illustrating the complexities and conditions faced by soldiers during this turbulent period in American history.
At the start of the memoir, Longstreet reflects on his early life and military career, describing his upbringing, education at West Point, and the transition from the U.S. Army to joining the Confederate cause. He recounts the difficult decision to resign and the emotional farewells with friends and comrades as the country splits into North and South. Longstreet details his preparation for war, including his assignment to the First Corps under General Beauregard at the First Battle of Bull Run, setting the stage for his subsequent experiences throughout the war, and hinting at the challenges and strategies that will unfold in the chapters to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Longstreet, James, 1821-1904 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 50044807 |
| Title | From Manassas to Appomattox: Memoirs of the Civil War in America |
| Credits |
Produced by David Edwards and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 67.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865) |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Campaigns |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives, Confederate |
| Subject | Generals -- Confederate States of America -- Biography |
| Subject | Confederate States of America. Army -- Biography |
| Subject | Longstreet, James, 1821-1904 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 38418 |
| Release Date | Dec 27, 2011 |
| Last Update | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 2151 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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