McPherson, James M.
The Atlas of the Civil War
- ISBN 13:
- 9781510756403
- author:
- McPherson, James M.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Skyhorse Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 30.5 x 22.9 x 1.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, United States, 19th Century,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Atlas of the Civil War is a comprehensive reference to America's bloodiest war, meticulously reconstructed with unparalleled clarity and precision. This peerless guide charts the major campaigns and skirmishes of the Civil War, featuring 200 specially commissioned full-color maps that plot each battle in meticulous detail. The accompanying text highlights the strategic aims and tactical considerations of the men in charge, while timelines provide a play-by-play account of the fighting. The Atlas of the Civil War brings to life the human drama of the war through more than two hundred photographs and countless personal accounts that vividly describe the experiences of soldiers in the fields. Each battle, communications, and locator map is cross-referenced to provide a comprehensive overview of the fighting as it swept across the country.