When Louisiana seceded from the Union on January 26; 1861; no one doubted that a battle to control the Mississippi River was imminent. Throughout the war; the Federals pushed their way up the river. Every port and city seemed to fall against the force of the Union navy. ¬The capital was forced to retreat from Baton Rouge to Shreveport. Many of the smaller towns; like Bayou Sara and Donaldsonville; were nearly shelled completely off the map. It was not until the Union reached Port Hudson that the Confederates had a fighting chance to keep control of the mighty Mississippi. ¬They fought long and hard; undersupplied and undermanned; but ultimately the Union prevailed. With interest in the Civil War at an all-time high; please consider a review or a feature story with Dennis J. Dufrene.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. It read more like a newspaper articleBy Mary RiordanIt read that way because it was written by three newspaper reporters. It was a very fair book written with deep respect for the subject; but still but still not shying away at all from his foibles and screw-ups. It did help me improve my understanding of an old Ohio governor. It talked of his campaign strategy throughout his career of jobs; jobs; jobs. Even though he frustrated the journalists; their respect for him showed through in the book. Rhodes accomplished a lot in his first two terms when there was money to be spent and people with an idea to really improve the state. Our current approach to economic development has lost these insights0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Very interesting and fun read about a four term Governor of Ohio who ...By Patrick SVery interesting and fun read about a four term Governor of Ohio who termed out after two terms; took a break; and got re-elected for two more terms. What a story and what a guy! Someone I'd love to meet. As it says throughout the book; James Rhodes loved the State of Ohio; and the people of Ohio. The man truly cared. He could be a no holds barred politician; but not ruthless as we see today; and kept good relationships with everyone; friend or political foe. Impressive when compared to politics of today. Loaded with information. You'll not be disappointed.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. very readableBy RuthBeing an Ohioan of an age to remember Jim Rhodes as governor; I found this an interesting trip down memory lane. It's a balanced look at a man who was both simple and complex. Recommended to all with an interest in Ohio history and politics.
