Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Life And Campaigns Of Lieut. Gen. Thomas J. Jackson, Stonewall Jackson"" by Robert Lewis Dabney is a detailed biography of one of the most celebrated military figures of the American Civil War. The book covers the life and career of Lieutenant General Thomas J. Jackson, who earned the nickname ""Stonewall"" for his unwavering bravery and determination on the battlefield.The author begins by tracing Jackson's early life, including his upbringing in poverty and his education at West Point. He then delves into Jackson's military career, highlighting his service in the Mexican-American War and his role as a Confederate general during the Civil War. The book provides a detailed account of Jackson's many campaigns, including his famous Valley Campaign of 1862, which saw him defeat a much larger Union force.Throughout the book, Dabney offers insights into Jackson's personality and character, revealing him to be a deeply religious and principled man who was fiercely devoted to his cause. The author also explores Jackson's relationships with other notable figures of the time, including Robert E. Lee and Jefferson Davis.Overall, ""Life And Campaigns Of Lieut. Gen. Thomas J. Jackson, Stonewall Jackson"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography that sheds light on one of the most influential military leaders of the Civil War.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.
