The Maps of Antietam: An Atlas of the Antietam (Sharpsburg) Campaign is the fourth installment in the Savas Beatie Military Atlas Series. This magisterial work breaks down the entire campaign (and all related operational maneuvers) into 21 map sets or “action-sections†enriched with 124 original full-page color maps. These spectacular cartographic creations bore down to the regimental and battery level. The Maps of Antietam includes the march into Maryland; the Harpers Ferry operation; the Battle of South Mountain (Fox’s Gap; Turner’s Gap; and Crampton’s Gap); operations in Pleasant Valley; the Confederate withdrawal to Sharpsburg; the Battle of Antietam; the retreat across the Potomac River; and the sharp fighting at Shepherdstown. At least one—and as many as ten—maps accompany each “action-section.†Opposite each map is a full facing page of detailed footnoted text describing the units; personalities; movements; and combat (including quotes from eyewitnesses) depicted on the accompanying map; all of which make the story of General Lee’s invasion into Maryland come alive. This original presentation masterfully leads readers on a journey through the campaign that many historians believe was the most consequential of the war and marked the beginning of the end for the Confederacy. Gottfried begins with the position of the opposing armies after the Second Bull Run Campaign before detailing their joint movements into Maryland. Readers will stand with D. H. Hill on top of South Mountain as General McClellan tries to force his way through the passes; surround; lay siege to; and capture Harpers Ferry (and ride with Col. Benjamin Davis’s cavalry on its breakout); fight blow-by-blow outside the small town of Sharpsburg (53 maps) through the bloodiest day in American history; retreat from the battlefield and; finally; revisit the bloodshed at Shepherdstown. This detailed coverage is further augmented in explanatory notes. Detailed orders of battle; an interview with the author; bibliography; and index complete this exciting new volume. Perfect for the easy chair or for walking hallowed ground; The Maps of Antietam is a seminal work that; like his earlier Gettysburg and First Bull Run studies; belongs on the bookshelf of every serious and casual student of the Civil War.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. The Town of Winchester and Its Beloved StonewallBy StudgeJerry W. Holsworth's "Stonewall Jackson and Winchester; Virginia" was a real pleasure to read. It focuses on the relationship Stonewall Jackson had with the citizens of the town of Winchester during the early years of the Civil War and his legacy there. Holsworth familiarizes the reader with the close friendships Jackson and his wife; Anna; established with various families in the Valley town; including the McGuires; Magills; Moores and Grahams.Holsworth introduces the reader to a myriad of interesting facts about Jackson and the town of Winchester. To mention a few; Lieutenant Colonel Lewis T. Moore's house; which served as Jackson's home and headquarters from November; 1861 through March; 1862; exists today as Jackson's Headquarters Museum on North Braddock Street in Winchester. Mary Tyler Moore; the famed TV star and actress was the great-granddaughter of Lieutenant Colonel Lewis T. Moore and was instrumental in restoring the wallpaper in the Moore house. Kate Sperry; one of the beautiful young belles of Winchester; who kept a 650-page diary during the Civil War; described Jackson as "right nice looking."Jackson was respected by the townspeople of Winchester as their greatest military hero and cherished as their dear friend. Memories of the beloved Jackson continue to be kept alive today. What's more; June 6th is Confederate Memorial Day in the Town of Winchester; and every year since 1866 the townsfolk gather on that date at the Stonewall Cemetary to honor the soldiers buried there. Although Jackson was buried in Lexington; his famed cavalry leader; Brigadier General Turner Ashby; second in legendary status to Jackson; has a burial place at the Stonewall Cemetary.Holsworth gives the reader a nice background of some of the more significant battles that occurred near or around the town of Winchester; including the Battle of Romney; the First Battle of Kernstown; and the First and Second Battles of Winchester. He describes Jackson's relationships with his troops and officers; including what his soldiers thought of him or his actions; the long marches he had them undergo; his thoughts on winning battles and the military strategies he devised or implemented. Holsworth presents a nice; detailed map showing the location of these major battles; the commanding officers involved; when the battles occurred and the casualties suffered by both sides in each battle.Holsworth also presents fine photographs of the more famous houses in Winchester; which continue to exist today. There are many nice photos of the townspeople who befriended Jackson or admired him; as well as Confederate and Union officers who participated in the battles near or about Winchester.The book was about 131 pages and a very enjoyable read.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Civil war historyBy ptcharlieIt was a gift for my son who loves the history of our country especially the Civil War. Being from Winchester; Va the accounts of the times Winchester changed hands was beautifully written and his trial facts.
