Michael Ballard provides a concise yet thorough study of the 1863 battle that cut off a crucial river port and rail depot for the South and split the Confederate nation; providing a turning point in the Civil War. The Union victory at Vicksburg was hailed with as much celebration in the North as the Gettysburg victory and Ballard makes a convincing case that it was equally important to the ultimate resolution of the conflict.
#2336378 in Books The University of North Carolina Press 1985-01-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.50 x 6.50 x 1.25l; #File Name: 0807816477424 pages
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Good BookBy JRIIIExcellent book on a lesser known Confederate Colonel. It discusses Burgwyn's family and his early life in North Carolina. Later goes into great detail about his education and his joining the Confederate cause and his leadership of the 26th North Carolina until his death at Gettysburg. I believe this is the only biography of "The Boy Colonel". A must read for civil war buffs.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Bought copies of this excellent book to give away to friendsBy CustomerThank you for a very timely delivery. Bought copies of this excellent book to give away to friends.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Ana JonesExcellent condition!!
