02560cam a22003613u 4500 4362 UtSlPG 20260610133125.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 E456 Sheridan, Philip Henry, 1831-1888 Personal Memoirs of P. H. Sheridan, General, United States Army — Complete Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-06-01 Produced by David Widger "Personal Memoirs of P. H. Sheridan, General, United States Army — Complete" by Philip Henry Sheridan is a historical account written during the late 19th century. The book details the life and military career of General Sheridan, emphasizing his experiences during pivotal moments in American history, particularly the Civil War. Sheridan's narrative aims to provide an authentic recount of his contributions to the nation while maintaining humility about his role and avoiding personal glorification. The opening of this memoir introduces readers to Sheridan's early life, starting with his ancestry and family background. He describes his parents' immigration to America from Ireland, his childhood in Ohio, and the challenges his family faced as settlers. The text outlines his educational experiences and his ambition to become a soldier, culminating in his appointment to West Point. Sheridan also touches on his military training, including hazing and competition with peers, which sets the stage for his future achievements in the army. As a whole, the beginning of the memoir establishes the foundations of Sheridan's character and aspirations, blending personal anecdotes with historical context to provide insight into his formative years. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Generals -- United States -- Biography United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Campaigns United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives United States. Army -- Biography Sheridan, Philip Henry, 1831-1888 Indians of North America -- Wars -- 1866-1895 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4362 46408 46408