The Civil War
The Siege of Vicksburg and Other Western Battles 1861-July 1863
The Civil War: Essential Histories
The Civil War's vast Western Theater witnessed enormously important military campaigns during the period between 1861 and 1863. This book examines the geographical, logistical, and strategic factors that shaped fighting in this theater of the Civil War. It also assesses the officers who played key roles. It covers the story of Ulysses S. Grant's extremely important capture of rebel positions before marching south to win the battle of Shiloh, as well as that of Albert Sidney Johnston, the "pride of the Confederacy." Finally, It details the dramatic events of the siege of Vickburg--the Confederates' final fortress.
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Series Review: The Civil War Essential Histories"These outstanding British imports offer clear, understandable coverage. Although primarily focused on military history, the books also discuss the relative strengths of the Union and Confederacy sides and the war's causes and economic and political consequences. Average-quality black-and-white photos and superior full-color campaign and battle maps are pluses, and this edition's new end matter provides American bibliographic references. The authors maintain a detachment that allows a highly objective analysis of leadership and actions. Valuable for reports and readable enough to recommend to Civil War buffs, this set deserves a place in all secondary libraries."
--School Library Journal
Series Review:
"Nicely illustrated with period photos, illustrations, and maps, this is a good, solid series that will provide a comprehensive overview of the Civil War for high school students."
