The Battle Of Gettysburg: A Comprehensive Narrative (1913) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436570602)

The Battle of Gettysburg: A Comprehensive Narrative is a historical account of the Civil War battle that took place in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, in July 1863. Written by Jesse Bowman Young and originally published in 1913, the book provides a detailed and comprehensive overview of the battle, including the events leading up to it, the strategies and tactics employed by both the Union and Confederate armies, and the aftermath of the conflict. Young's narrative is based on extensive research and firsthand accounts from soldiers who fought in the battle, as well as official records and reports. The book covers all three days of the battle, beginning with the initial skirmishes and ending with the Confederate retreat. In addition to the military aspects of the battle, Young also explores the human side of the conflict, including the experiences of individual soldiers and civilians caught up in the fighting. He examines the impact of the battle on both the North and South, and its significance in the larger context of the Civil War. Overall, The Battle of Gettysburg: A Comprehensive Narrative is a detailed and engaging account of one of the most important battles in American history, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the Civil War or military history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Jesse Bowman Young
ISBN-10: 1436570603
ISBN-13: 9781436570602
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/02/2008
Pages: 492
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.96lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.25d