Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Life of Winfield Scott Hancock, Major-General, USA"" by Frederick Elizur Goodrich is a comprehensive biography of one of the most prominent military figures of the American Civil War. Winfield Scott Hancock was a decorated army officer who rose to the rank of major general and played a crucial role in several key battles of the war, including Gettysburg.The book begins with a detailed account of Hancock's early life and military career, tracing his rise through the ranks and his experiences in various conflicts leading up to the Civil War. The author explores Hancock's personality and character, examining his leadership style and the traits that made him such an effective commander.As the book progresses, Goodrich takes the reader through the major battles and campaigns in which Hancock played a significant role, from Antietam to the Wilderness to the Siege of Petersburg. The author provides vivid descriptions of the battles and the strategies employed by both sides, as well as the political and social context in which they took place.Throughout the book, Goodrich also explores Hancock's personal life, including his marriage and family, and his relationships with other military figures such as George McClellan and Ulysses S. Grant. The book concludes with an assessment of Hancock's legacy and his impact on American history.Overall, ""Life of Winfield Scott Hancock, Major-General, USA"" is a fascinating and thorough biography of a key figure in American military history. It offers a detailed and engaging account of Hancock's life and career, and sheds light on the broader historical context of the Civil War era.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.