Richard Sommers
Richmond Redeemed
- ISBN 13:
- 9781611212105
- author:
- Richard Sommers
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Savas Beatie
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 768
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.7 x 4.6 cm
- Genre:
- History, North America, American Civil War
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Richmond Redeemed: The Siege at Petersburg, the Battles of Chaffin's Bluff and Poplar Spring Church, September 29 - October 2, 1864
This comprehensive study focuses on Grant's Fifth Offensive in early autumn 1864, primarily the Battles of Chaffin's Bluff and Poplar Spring Church. The Union attack north of the James River at Chaffin's Bluff broke through Richmond's defenses, giving Federals their greatest opportunity to capture the Confederate capital.
The book provides a thrilling narrative of opportunities gained and lost, of courageous attack and desperate defense, highlighting the bravery of soldiers from 28 states. It also offers rich analysis of the generalship of key figures, including Ulysses S. Grant, Robert E. Lee, and their senior subordinates.