"Heroes of the Great Conflict; Life and Services of William Farrar Smith, Major General, United States Volunteer in the Civil War" by James Harrison Wilson is a biography that explores the life and military journey of Major General William Farrar Smith during the American Civil War. Starting with Smith's early years and education at West Point, the book follows his ascent through the military ranks, paying close attention to his relationships with other important figures of the time. Rather than depending only official military records, Wilson uses personal stories and documents, to present a more complete picture of Smith's character, his reasons, and the difficulties of being in charge during war, with his successes, as well as the effects of politics and personal relationships on his work in the army.
Heroes of the Great Conflict; Life and Services of William Farrar Smith, Major General, United States Volunteer in the Civil War
By James Harrison Wilson
Discover the untold story of a Civil War general whose brilliance on the battlefield was matched only by the political battles he faced behind the lines.
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About the AuthorJames Harrison Wilson was an American military officer, topographic engineer and a Major General in the Union Army during the American Civil War. He initially served as an aide to Major General George B. McClellan during the Maryland Campaign before joining Major General Ulysses S. Grant's army in the Western Theater, where he was promoted to brigadier general. In 1864, he transferred from engineering to the cavalry, where he displayed notable leadership in many engagements of the Overland Campaign. However, his attempt to destroy Lee’s supply lines failed when he was routed by a much smaller force of Confederate irregulars.
James Harrison Wilson was an American military officer, topographic engineer and a Major General in the Union Army during the American Civil War. He initially served as an aide to Major General George B. McClellan during the Maryland Campaign before joining Major General Ulysses S. Grant's army in the Western Theater, where he was promoted to brigadier general. In 1864, he transferred from engineering to the cavalry, where he displayed notable leadership in many engagements of the Overland Campaign. However, his attempt to destroy Lee’s supply lines failed when he was routed by a much smaller force of Confederate irregulars.
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