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Title: The Campaign of Chancellorsville
Note: Reading ease score: 66.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Ken Reeder, and David Widger
Summary: "The Campaign of Chancellorsville" by Theodore Ayrault Dodge is a historical account written in the late 19th century that focuses on one of the Civil War's most significant battles. The book delves into the strategic and tactical maneuvers employed by both the Union and Confederate forces during the campaign, providing insights into key figures such as General Joseph Hooker and General Robert E. Lee, as well as the operational challenges faced by the Army of the Potomac. The opening of the book lays the groundwork for a detailed analysis of the Chancellorsville campaign, highlighting the complexities of military leadership and the consequences of individual decisions in wartime. Dodge introduces the context and conditions leading up to the battle, emphasizing the failures and successes of commanders. It sets the stage for discussions about the morale of the troops, logistical preparations, and the significant missteps made by Hooker that ultimately influenced the outcome of the battle. The author's intention is to offer a comprehensive exploration of these events based on meticulous research, making the analysis relevant for both military historians and enthusiasts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Dodge, Theodore Ayrault, 1842-1909
EBook No.: 5715
Published: May 1, 2004
Downloads: 73
Language: English
Subject: Chancellorsville, Battle of, Chancellorsville, Va., 1863
LoCC: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865)
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Campaign of Chancellorsville
Note: Reading ease score: 66.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Ken Reeder, and David Widger
Summary: "The Campaign of Chancellorsville" by Theodore Ayrault Dodge is a historical account written in the late 19th century that focuses on one of the Civil War's most significant battles. The book delves into the strategic and tactical maneuvers employed by both the Union and Confederate forces during the campaign, providing insights into key figures such as General Joseph Hooker and General Robert E. Lee, as well as the operational challenges faced by the Army of the Potomac. The opening of the book lays the groundwork for a detailed analysis of the Chancellorsville campaign, highlighting the complexities of military leadership and the consequences of individual decisions in wartime. Dodge introduces the context and conditions leading up to the battle, emphasizing the failures and successes of commanders. It sets the stage for discussions about the morale of the troops, logistical preparations, and the significant missteps made by Hooker that ultimately influenced the outcome of the battle. The author's intention is to offer a comprehensive exploration of these events based on meticulous research, making the analysis relevant for both military historians and enthusiasts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Dodge, Theodore Ayrault, 1842-1909
EBook No.: 5715
Published: May 1, 2004
Downloads: 73
Language: English
Subject: Chancellorsville, Battle of, Chancellorsville, Va., 1863
LoCC: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865)
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.