Book about general sherman

Jun 19, 2016 oddly, for a book of epic scale, mcdonoughs recounting of shermans march in november and december 1864 is a bit flat, less colorful than his lively earlier depictions of shermans. It is definitely a tourist attraction so expect a crowd but if you are after more solitude, access to the congress trail is available very close by so you can get up close and personal with some. Praised for his revolutionary ideas on total warfare, william t. What is the best biography to read about william tecumseh. He served as a general in the union army during the american civil war 186165, for which he received recognition for his outstanding command of military strategy as well as criticism for the harshness of the scorched earth policies that he implemented in conducting. Book on general sherman i am looking for recommendations of a biography of general sherman, or a history that includes a lot of detail on sherman and his campaigns. Still, his march to the sea in 1864 was a success in its goal to. I thoroughly enjoyed the book and learned a great deal about this most complicated man who became an icon of the great conflict that befell this nation in 1861. Some biographers overdo the youth and genealogy of their subject. This book is well researched and spans general shermans entire life. He served as a general in the union army during the american civil war 186165, for which he received recognition for his outstanding command of military strategy as well as criticism for the harshness of the scorched earth policies that he implemented in. Life deeds general sherman, first edition abebooks.

Correspondence between general and senator sherman from 1837 to 1891. James lee mcdonough has crafted an excellent addition to the available literature on william tecumseh sherman. This book is a tribute to general william tecumseh sherman. Sherman is positively churchillian in his complete certitude regarding his version of events. Meticulously researched with extensive use of shermans prolific correspondence, it paints a striking picture of a complex man. Book is in fair condition, board edges are worn and bumped, 14 of cloth is missing at bottom of spine, small split at top of front outside joint, a 2 split at top of rear outside joint, edge gilt has chipped and faded, front hinge is completely separated needs rebinding. Isbn 9781104090937 9781104090937 softcover, kessinger publishing, llc, 2009. Sublime achievements in the georgia and tennessee campaigns, and closing scenes of the great struggle.

In 1864, in a radically risky move crucial to winning the civil war, william tecumseh sherman led his army of some 80,000 men to atlanta, burned it to the ground, and then marched to the coast of. James lee mcdonough is a civil war historian and professor emeritus at auburn university. By the liberality of the general government of the united states. General shermans largest branches are wider in diameter than most regular tree trunks. A good book about the greatest general to come out of the civil war. I recently finished battle cry of freedom by james mcpherson and thought. William tecumseh sherman, 182091, union general in the american civil war, b. Mar 27, 2020 shermans autobiography is pretty great. While the general sherman is the largest currently living tree, it is not the largest historically. Wednesday, april 29, 2020 read more about general sherman construction update 4292020 school profile. Although he never commanded in a major union victory and his military career had repeated ups and downs, william tecumseh sherman is the second best known of northern commanders. Top 25 quotes by william tecumseh sherman of 78 az quotes. By volume, it is the largest known living singlestem tree on earth. Sherman is said by many to be the greatest of the civil war generals.

It stands 275 feet 83 m tall, and is over 36 feet 11 m in diameter at the base. It also blends in a lot of intuitive thinking by the author, who know his subject well. By volume, it is the largest known living singlestem tree on earth while the general sherman is the largest currently living tree, it is not the largest historically recorded tree. Nov 14, 2019 nine surprising facts about the powerful general who helped pioneer scorched earth military tactics. The new york times bestselling biography of one of americas most storied military figures general william tecumseh sherman s 1864 burning of atlanta solidified his legacy as a ruthless leader. Please give your nomination for the best book on sherman. Jun, 2016 from semiorphan, to west point cadet, to soldier, to banker, to victorious general, general shermans life fills this 28 hour audio book with adventure after adventure. Each member of civil war talk can nominate one book. It is up to you, so dont post questions about what the word best means. William tecumseh sherman quotes about civil war az quotes. Civil war union army leader known for shermans march, in which he and his troops laid waste to the south.

More editions of general sherman s official account of his great march through georgia and the carolinas 1865. The old women and grannies of new england, reasoning from abstract principles, must defy the constitution of the country. The general sherman tree is the worlds largest tree, measured by volume. William tecumseh sherman began his civil war career as a colonel of the th u. General sherman construction update 4292020 posted on. Among the towering figures of the civil war, none is more enigmatic than general william tecumseh sherman. Page 189 men have ceased to look to constitutions and law books for their guides, but have studied popular opinion in bar rooms and village newspapers, and that was and is law. The general sherman tree is the largest tree in the world by volume. Evolving from a spirited student at west point, sherman became a general who fought in some of the civil wars most decisive campaigns. The people of the south, not relying on the federal government. He served as a general in the union army during the american civil war 186165, receiving recognition for his command of military strategy as well as criticism for the harshness of the scorched earth policies he implemented in conducting total war against the. In the book he recounts union general william tecumseh.

More editions of general shermans official account of his great march through georgia and the carolinas 1865. In 1850 he married ewings daughter eleanor boyle ewing, well known for. From semiorphan, to west point cadet, to soldier, to banker, to victorious general, general shermans life fills this 28 hour audio book with adventure after adventure. After the war, sherman remained in the military and eventually rose to the rank of full general, serving as generalinchief of the army from 1869 to 1883.

William tecumseh sherman, by james lee mcdonough the new. Oddly, for a book of epic scale, mcdonoughs recounting of sherman s march in november and december 1864 is a bit flat, less colorful than his lively earlier depictions of sherman s. General sherman junior high school located in lancaster, ohio oh. He served as a general in the union army during the american civil war 186165, for which he received recognition for his outstanding command of military strategy as well as criticism for the harshness of the scorched earth policies that he implemented in conducting total war against the.

He served as a general in the union army during the american civil war 186165, for which he received recognition for his outstanding command of military strategy as well as criticism for the harshness of the scorched earth policies that he implemented in conducting total war against the confederate states. Hailed as prophet of modern war and condemned as a harbinger of modern barbarism, william tecumseh sherman is the most controversial general of the american civil war. Donate today to preserve civil war battlefields and the nations history for generations to come. William tecumseh sherman, by james lee mcdonough the. General sherman tree at the north end of giant forest. The book can be a comprehensive biography, or a study in which sherman is the central figure. Oddly, for a book of epic scale, mcdonoughs recounting of shermans march in november and december 1864 is a bit flat, less colorful than his. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. General sherman s official account of his great march through georgia and the carolinas 1865.

Civil war union army leader known for sherman s march, in which he and his troops laid waste to the south. General sherman tree sequoia and kings canyon national. William tecumseh sherman known as cump to his friends was born in lancaster, ohio. Sherman insane, sherman, ashamed and disgraced, considered suicide, but didnt out of consideration to his children. Home letters of general sherman william tecumseh sherman. Hailed as a prophet of modern war and condemned as a harbinger of modern barbarism, sherman is the most controversial general of the civil war.

First edition of this detailed account of shermans civil war exploits, with engraved portrait frontispiece and numerous illustrations and maps, together with the scarce salesmans dummy, containing the frontispiece, 17 woodengravings, excerpts and sample spine panel. I recently finished battle cry of freedom by james mcpherson and thought sherman was the most interesting general discussed. Note the engraved frontispiece of sherman and various plates on display. William tecumseh sherman 18201891 was an american soldier, businessman, educator and author. While he did hate war, he understood that it was cruel and he knew that by demoralizing the south, the north could win. Nov 16, 2014 ap photolibrary of congress ap american general. Page 286 state, i deem it proper to acquaint you that i accepted such position when louisiana was a state in the union, and when the motto of this seminary was inserted in marble over the main door. A major new biography of one of americas most storied mi. Not saying hes right all the time god knows churchi. Sherman, still reviled by the south, was the first modern general. Life and deeds of general sherman including the story of his great march to the sea. He is best known for his actions in the civil war, where his performance was mixed.

He served as a general in the union army during the american civil war 186165, for which he received recognition for his outstanding command of military strategy as well as criticism for the harshness of the scorched earth policies that he implemented in conducting total war against. Widely denounced as fiendishly destructive and even insane for his infamous march to the sea across georgia, sherman was a brilliant commander and strategist who helped bring the bloody war to a swifter and surer end. General william tecumseh shermans 1864 burning of atlanta solidified his. A simple, rustic eatery presenting fresh and contemporary food utilising local, organic, free. He led union forces in crushing campaigns through the south, marching through georgia and the carolinas 186465. With the propulsive energy and intelligence that marked his. List of books and articles about general william tecumseh sherman. Clear, engaging, thorough narrative, if utterly onesided. William tecumseh sherman was an american soldier, businessman, educator, and author. Shermans memoir was one of the first from the civil war and was offered to the public because, as sherman wrote in his dedication, no satisfactory history of the war was yet available.

He led union forces in crushing campaigns through the south, marching through georgia and the carolinas 186465 early life and career. General sherman is a giant sequoia sequoiadendron giganteum tree located in the giant forest of sequoia national park in tulare county, in the u. He played a crucial role in the victory over the confederate states and became one of the most famous military. General sherman junior high school lancaster, ohio oh. Infantry regiment and ended his career as the commanding general of the united states army. The largest of these branches fell down in a winter storm in. Free kindle book and epub digitized and proofread by project gutenberg. War is cruelty, and you cannot refine it, he wrote in fury to the confederate mayor of atlanta, and his memoir is filled with dozens of such wartime exchanges. A quick read, its worth reading for it will lead the reader to other books. Free audio book that you can download in mp3, ipod and itunes format for your portable audio player.

William tecumseh sherman february 8, 1820 february 14, 1891 was an american soldier, businessman, educator, and author. Early career after the death of his father 1829 sherman lived as a member of the family of thomas ewing. Discover librarianselected research resources on general william tecumseh sherman from the questia online library, including fulltext online books. General shermans official account of his great march through georgia and the carolinas 1865. James lee mcdonough is a civil war historian and the author of nine books. Military historian stanley weintraub talked about his book general shermans christmas. William tecumseh sherman, born february 8, 1820, lancaster, ohio, u.