The McMurry, Richard M. creator Wiley, Bell Irvin 1906-1980 text utu 2020 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Road Past Kennesaw: The Atlanta Campaign of 1864" by Richard M. McMurry is a historical account written in the early 1970s. This book provides a detailed examination of one of the most significant military campaigns of the American Civil War, focusing specifically on the events that took place in northwestern Georgia during the summer of 1864. The likely topic revolves around the strategies, battles, and human experiences that characterized the Atlanta Campaign, emphasizing its impact on the war's outcome. McMurry’s narrative begins with the context of the campaign, detailing Union General William T. Sherman’s objectives, the Confederate response under Generals Joseph E. Johnston and John B. Hood, and the geographical and logistical challenges they faced. He covers key battles such as Resaca, New Hope Church, Kennesaw Mountain, and the ultimate capture of Atlanta, adding depth by incorporating personal letters and diaries from soldiers. The book highlights not only military maneuvers but also the personal experiences of the common soldiers, showcasing their motivations, struggles, and the devastating toll of war. The narrative ultimately illustrates how the Atlanta Campaign shifted the momentum of the Civil War, impacting both military strategy and public sentiment. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2020-05-28 Produced by Stephen Hutcheson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Campaigns Atlanta Campaign, 1864 E456 Original publication data not identified 72602949 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62266 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62266 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134432.0 62266