Publisher's Synopsis
""The Life of General Albert Sidney Johnston"" is a comprehensive biography of one of the most prominent military figures of the 19th century. Written by William Preston Johnston, the book chronicles Johnston's distinguished career in the armies of the United States, the Republic of Texas, and the Confederate States.Born in Kentucky in 1803, Albert Sidney Johnston began his military career in the United States Army, serving in the Black Hawk War and the Mexican-American War. He later resigned from the army to join the Republic of Texas, where he played a key role in the Texas Revolution and the Mexican-American War.During the Civil War, Johnston served as a general in the Confederate Army, commanding troops in several key battles including the Battle of Shiloh. He was killed in action at the Battle of Shiloh in 1862, making him one of the highest-ranking officers to die in the war.Through meticulous research and firsthand accounts, William Preston Johnston provides a detailed portrait of Albert Sidney Johnston's life and military career. The book offers a fascinating glimpse into the political and military landscape of the 19th century, and sheds light on the life of one of its most important figures.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.
