Newt Gingrich, William R. Forstchen
Gettysburg
- ISBN 13:
- 9780312309367
- author:
- Newt Gingrich, William R. Forstchen
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Griffin Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2004
- Pages:
- 480
- Genre:
- Books
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The American Iliad is a battle that has become synonymous with the nation's history. Gettysburg, fought in 1863, was a pivotal moment in the Civil War, one that would ultimately decide the outcome of the conflict. General Robert E. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia launched a sweeping operation, with the town of Gettysburg being just one part of a larger plan. Lee's audacious strategy was to claim victory and end the brutal conflict, but it ended in failure, ultimately deciding the course of the war. This is the story of that fateful campaign. The debate surrounding Gettysburg has only intensified over time, with many wondering what might have been if the Confederate forces had emerged victorious. This novel offers a fresh perspective on one of America's most pivotal moments in history.