The heavy fog that shrouded Antietam Creek on the morning of September 17; 1862; was disturbed by the boom of Federal artillery fire. The carnage and chaos began in the East Woods and Cornfield and continued inexorably on as McClellan’s and Lee’s troops collided at the West Woods; Bloody Lane and Burnside Bridge. Though outnumbered; the Rebels still managed to hold their ground until nightfall. Chief historian of the Antietam National Battlefield; Ted Alexander renders a fresh and gripping portrayal of the battle; its aftermath; the effect on the civilians of Sharpsburg and the efforts to preserve the hallowed spot. Maps by master cartographer Steven Stanley add further depth to Alexander’s account of the Battle of Antietam.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. I thoroughly enjoyed this book by Daniel BarrBy MatthewI thoroughly enjoyed this book by Daniel Barr. It is extremely well-researched from original sources of the 18th Century. It is scholarly yet readable in an enjoyable; flowing style. Anyone interested in an authoritative and interesting read about the history of Pittsburgh will enjoy and treasure this book. If you want to know how America grew over the Allegheny Mountains; this is the book to read.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Four StarsBy Karen MollenauerVery enlightening regarding not only Pittsburgh but southwestern PA as well.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. good reference;By Edward J. Almasy SrInformative; good reference;
