Publisher's Synopsis
The Campaign of Chancellorsville is a historical book written by Theodore A. Dodge. The book is a detailed account of the Civil War battle of Chancellorsville, which took place in Virginia in 1863. The author provides an in-depth analysis of the events leading up to the battle, as well as the tactics and strategies used by both the Union and Confederate armies during the conflict. The book also includes descriptions of the key players involved in the battle, including Union General Joseph Hooker and Confederate General Robert E. Lee. Additionally, the author provides insights into the aftermath of the battle, including its impact on the overall outcome of the Civil War. The Campaign of Chancellorsville is a well-researched and informative book that provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of one of the most significant battles of the Civil War.The cavalry and artillery crossed at once by the ford, as well as a portion of the infantry, the latter wading almost to the armpits. But the construction of the bridge was soon temporarily completed by Gens. Geary and Kane; and the rest of the troops and the pack-mules passed safely, by the light of huge bonfires lighted on the banks. The men were in the highest possible spirits, and testified to their enjoyment of the march by the utmost hilarity.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.
