Publisher's Synopsis
""George Brinton McClellan, From Cadet To Major-General: A Biography (1864)"" is a book written by Markinfield Addey that chronicles the life and military career of George Brinton McClellan. McClellan was a prominent Union general during the American Civil War, and this book provides a detailed account of his life leading up to and during the war. The book begins with McClellan's early life, including his education at West Point Military Academy and his service in the Mexican-American War. It then follows his rise through the ranks of the military, including his appointment as commander of the Army of the Potomac, one of the Union's main forces during the Civil War.The book also delves into McClellan's leadership style and his relationships with other military leaders, including President Abraham Lincoln. It explores his successes and failures on the battlefield, including the controversial Peninsula Campaign and the Battle of Antietam.Overall, ""George Brinton McClellan, From Cadet To Major-General: A Biography (1864)"" provides a comprehensive look at one of the Civil War's most prominent figures, and sheds light on the challenges and complexities of leading a military campaign during a time of great upheaval in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
