Newt Gingrich, William R. Forstchen

Gettysburg

(No reviews yet) Write a Review
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
£21.63

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.

View AllClose