George Stoneman: A Biography of the Union General by Ben Fuller Fordney (English

Description: George Stoneman by Ben Fuller Fordney Provides an in-depth look at the life and military career of Major General George Stoneman, beginning with his participation in the 2,000-mile march of the Mormon Battalion and other western expeditions. The main body of the work focuses on his Civil War service, during which he directed the progress of the Union cavalry and led several pivotal raids on Confederate forces. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description During an 1865 raid through North Carolina, Major General George Stoneman missed capturing the fleeing Jefferson Davis only by a matter of hours, timing somewhat typical of Stonemans life and career. This biography provides an in-depth look at the life and military career of Major General George Stoneman, beginning with his participation in the 2,000-mile march of the Mormon Battalion and other western expeditions. The main body of the work focuses on his Civil War service, during which he directed the progress of the Union cavalry and led several pivotal raids on Confederate forces. In spite of Stonemans postwar career as military governor of Virginia and governor of California, his life was marked by his inability to reach ultimate success in war or politics, necessitating a discussion of his weaknesses as well as his achievements as a commander and a politician. Period photographs are included. Author Biography Ben Fuller Fordney teaches American history at Blue Ridge Community College in Harrisonburg, Virginia. He serves as director of the Shenandoah Civil War Associates. Table of Contents Table of ContentsAcknowledgments Preface 1. Stoneman in Command 2. West Point 3. With the Mormon Battalion 4. From California to the Rio Grande 5. With McClellan 6. Stuart Redux 7. Fredericksburg 8. The Bursting Shell 9. "We were whipped..." 10. Payment of a Debt 11. Riots and Reconstruction 12. Arizona Territory 13. Governor Stoneman Epilogue Chapter Notes Bibliography Index Review "impressive"—Civil War News; "well written"—North Carolina and the Civil War; "This is a nice book about Stoneman and will make a fine addition to your Union bookshelf. This book has an EXCELLENT rating"—The Lone Star. Review Text impressive" - Civil War News Review Quote "impressive"-- Civil War News ; "well written"-- North Carolina and the Civil War ; "This is a nice book about Stoneman and will make a fine addition to your Union bookshelf. This book has an EXCELLENT rating"-- The Lone Star . Details ISBN0786495499 Author Ben Fuller Fordney Short Title GEORGE STONEMAN Language English ISBN-10 0786495499 ISBN-13 9780786495498 Media Book Format Paperback Birth 1931 Year 2014 Subtitle A Biography of the Union General Place of Publication Jefferson, NC Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2014-04-10 NZ Release Date 2014-04-10 UK Release Date 2014-04-30 Pages 207 DEWEY 973.7092 Audience General Audience Age 18 Publisher McFarland & Co Inc Publication Date 2014-04-24 Imprint McFarland & Co Inc Illustrations 25 photos, notes, bibliography, index US Release Date 2014-04-24 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:159946590;

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