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Life Of General Nathaniel Lyon

Life Of General Nathaniel Lyon

Woodward, Ashbel

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Historical FiguresLiterary FiguresMilitary Biographies

ISBN10: 1432690205
ISBN13: 9781432690205
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 25 2007
Pages: 364
Weight: 1.17
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The book Life of General Nathaniel Lyon by Ashbel Woodward is a biography of one of the most important Union generals of the American Civil War. Nathaniel Lyon was a West Point graduate and career officer in the United States Army who played a pivotal role in the early stages of the war. He was instrumental in securing the state of Missouri for the Union, and his aggressive tactics and leadership helped to shape the course of the conflict in the western theater.The book begins with a detailed account of Lyon's early life and military career, including his service in the Mexican-American War and his experiences in the western territories. It then moves on to his role in the Civil War, focusing on his campaigns in Missouri and his leadership of Union forces at the Battle of Wilson's Creek.Woodward provides a comprehensive analysis of Lyon's military strategy and tactics, as well as his personal qualities and character. He also explores the political and social context of the war, including the tensions between pro-Union and pro-Confederate factions in Missouri.Overall, Life of General Nathaniel Lyon is a well-researched and engaging biography of an important figure in American military history. It offers valuable insights into the challenges and complexities of the Civil War, as well as the leadership qualities that are essential for success in times of crisis.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.

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