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_aShanks, William Franklin Gore, _d1837-1905 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aPersonal Recollections of Distinguished Generals |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2015 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2015-05-17 | ||
| 505 | 0 | _a[William Tecumseh] Sherman as a strategist -- [George H.] Thomas as a tactician -- [Ulysses S.] Grant as a general -- [Philip Henry] Sheridan as a cavalryman -- Fighting Joe [Joseph] Hooker -- Recollections of [Lovell H.] Rousseau -- Peculiarities of various generals -- Some peculiarities of our veterans. | |
| 508 | _aProduced by Christian Boissonnas, The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) | ||
| 520 | _a"Personal Recollections of Distinguished Generals" by William Franklin Gore Shanks is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book aims to provide insights into the personalities and characteristics of notable military leaders from the American Civil War, primarily focusing on their human qualities beyond their military prowess. The opening of the work sets the stage for Shanks's exploration of the subject, beginning with a preface that outlines his intent to convey a more rounded depiction of these generals. He emphasizes the complexity of characters like William Tecumseh Sherman, who is described as both brilliant and eccentric, embodying an intriguing mix of strength and vulnerability. Shanks notes that he will address the generals in "undress uniform," which suggests a more personal and informal portrayal, aiming to capture not only their military achievements but also their personal quirks and failings. This introductory portion hints at a narrative rich with anecdotes and reflections, inviting readers to appreciate the multifaceted nature of these historical figures. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aUnited States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Biography | ||
| 653 | _aGenerals -- United States | ||
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