Personal Memoirs of P. H. Sheridan, Volume 1, Part 2

"Personal Memoirs of P. H. Sheridan, Volume 1, Part 2" by Philip Henry Sheridan is a historical account likely written during the late 19th century, reflecting on Sheridan’s experiences as a cavalry officer in the American Civil War. The memoir provides insight into military strategies, operations, and the challenges faced by Sheridan and his troops, focusing on specific expeditions and battles, such as those at Booneville and in front of Murfreesboro'. The opening of the memoir details Sheridan's account of military maneuvers, the significance of logistical supplies, and his leadership during key moments of the conflict. Sheridan shares the preparations for an expedition to Booneville, where his regiment successfully destroys enemy supplies while facing Confederate straggler troops. He describes the morale of his men, their interactions with civilians, and their reactions to both victories and losses. As the narrative progresses, Sheridan highlights the strategic importance of maintaining supply lines, the challenges encountered during engagements with opposing forces, and the eventual promotions awarded to him as a result of his leadership during critical military operations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Philip Henry Sheridan was a career United States Army officer and a Union general in the American Civil War. His career was noted for his rapid rise to major general and his close association with General-in-chief Ulysses S. Grant, who transferred Sheridan from command of an infantry division in the Western Theater to lead the Cavalry Corps of the Army of the Potomac in the East. In 1864, he defeated Confederate forces under General Jubal Early in the Shenandoah Valley and his destruction of the economic infrastructure of the Valley, called "The Burning" by residents, was one of the first uses of scorched-earth tactics in the war. In 1865, his cavalry pursued Gen. Robert E. Lee and was instrumental in forcing his surrender at Appomattox Courthouse.