Coddington, Edwin B.
The Gettysburg Campaign: A Study in Command
- ISBN 13:
- 9780684845692
- author:
- Coddington, Edwin B.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Touchstone
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1997
- Pages:
- 928
- Dimensions:
- 13.97 x 4.32 x 21.34 centimetres
- Genre:
- American history: c 1800 to c 1900
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Gettysburg Campaign: A Study in Command by Edwin B. Coddington The Battle of Gettysburg remains one of the most studied military actions in America's history. This book provides a detailed analysis of the battle and the events leading up to it, examining the actions of both Union and Confederate armies. Coddington argues that Gettysburg was a crucial Union victory, primarily due to the effective leadership of Union forces. The book is a meticulously documented study that sheds new light on the events of the Civil War. By examining the factors that influenced General Meade's decision not to pursue the retreating Confederate forces, Coddington challenges the conventional narrative of the battle. This landmark work is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in the history of the Civil War. Scrupulously researched and rich in fascinating detail, The Gettysburg Campaign is a valuable contribution to the study of the American Civil War.