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Shiloh: The Battle That Changed the Civil War - Paperback

by Larry J. Daniel
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Availability:In StockContributor:Larry J. DanielPublish date:1998-06-12Pages:432
Language:EnglishPublisher:Simon & SchusterISBN-13:9780684838571ISBN-10:684838575UPC:9780684838571Book Category:HistoryBook Subcategory:United States, MilitaryBook Topic:Civil War Period (1850-1877)Size:9.24 x 6.12 x 1.08 inchesWeight:1.1001Product ID:SCKWHHYGNR

The Battle of Shiloh: A Definitive Civil War History

The battle of Shiloh, fought in April 1862 in the wilderness of south central Tennessee, marked a savage turning point in the Civil War. This masterful book by Larry J. Daniel re-creates the drama and horror of one of the war's most significant battles, offering readers an authoritative examination of the events that shaped the conflict's trajectory.

Comprehensive Military Analysis

Daniel provides detailed analysis of the political and military policies that led to Shiloh, examining the strategic decisions made by both Union and Confederate forces. The book explores the personalities of commanders who formulated and executed battle plans, revealing the human elements behind military strategy. Readers gain insight into the fateful misjudgments made on both sides that contributed to the battle's devastating outcome.

Ground-Level Perspective

Beyond high-level strategy, this work highlights the heroism of small-unit leaders and ordinary soldiers who manned the battlefield. Daniel's research brings to life the experiences of those who fought in the Tennessee wilderness, providing a balanced view of the battle from multiple perspectives. The narrative captures both the tactical complexities and the human cost of this pivotal engagement.

Language:EnglishPublisher:Simon & SchusterISBN-13:9780684838571ISBN-10:684838575UPC:9780684838571Book Category:HistoryBook Subcategory:United States, MilitaryBook Topic:Civil War Period (1850-1877)Size:9.24 x 6.12 x 1.08 inchesWeight:1.1001Product ID:SCKWHHYGNR

Larry J. Daniel is the author of Soldiering in the Army of Tennessee and Cannoneers in Gray. He lives in Murray, Kentucky. His expertise in Civil War military history and the Western Theater makes this account particularly valuable for historians and enthusiasts seeking accurate, well-researched analysis of the Shiloh campaign.

Essential Reading for Civil War Scholars

This book serves as an important resource for understanding how the Battle of Shiloh altered the course of the Civil War. The April 1862 engagement in south central Tennessee demonstrated the war's brutal reality and marked a shift in how both sides approached the conflict. Daniel's thorough examination of primary sources and military records provides readers with a reliable foundation for understanding this critical moment in American history.

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

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