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100 1 _aSheridan, Philip Henry,
_d1831-1888
245 1 0 _aPersonal Memoirs of P. H. Sheridan, General, United States Army — Complete
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2004-06-01
508 _aProduced by David Widger
520 _a"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.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aGenerals -- United States -- Biography
653 _aUnited States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Campaigns
653 _aUnited States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives
653 _aUnited States. Army -- Biography
653 _aSheridan, Philip Henry, 1831-1888
653 _aIndians of North America -- Wars -- 1866-1895
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4362
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