James Longstreet

Reprint of the original, first published in 1903.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1903.

Peer through history at Confederate Lieutenant General James Longstreet, whose steady nature and dominating figure earned him the nicknames "War Horse," "Bulldog," and "Bull of the Woods." Years after the war, Longstreet's reputation swung between Confederate hero and brutish scoundrel. A dutiful soldier with a penchant for drink and gambling, Longstreet spoke little but inspired many, and he continues to fascinate Civil war historians. In his memoir From Manassas to Appomattox, Longstreet reveals his inner musings and insights regarding the War between the States. Ever the soldier, he skims over his personal life to focus on battle strategies, war accounts, and opinions regarding other officers who were as misunderstood as him. The principle subordinate under General Robert E. Lee, Longstreet provides several accounts of Lee's leadership and their strong partnership. An invaluable firsthand account of life during the Civil War, From Manassas to Appomattox not only illuminates the life and ambitions of Lieutenant General James Longstreet, but it also offers an in-depth view of army operations within the Confederacy. An introduction and notes by prominent historian James I. Robertson Jr. and a new foreword by Christian Keller offer insight into the impact of Longstreet's career on American history.

Peer through history at Confederate Lieutenant General James Longstreet, whose steady nature and dominating figure earned him the nicknames "War Horse," "Bulldog," and "Bull of the Woods." Years after the war, Longstreet's reputation swung between Confederate hero and brutish scoundrel. A dutiful soldier with a penchant for drink and gambling, Longstreet spoke little but inspired many, and he continues to fascinate Civil war historians. In his memoir From Manassas to Appomattox, Longstreet reveals his inner musings and insights regarding the War between the States. Ever the soldier, he skims over his personal life to focus on battle strategies, war accounts, and opinions regarding other officers who were as misunderstood as him. The principle subordinate under General Robert E. Lee, Longstreet provides several accounts of Lee's leadership and their strong partnership. An invaluable firsthand account of life during the Civil War, From Manassas to Appomattox not only illuminates the life and ambitions of Lieutenant General James Longstreet, but it also offers an in-depth view of army operations within the Confederacy. An introduction and notes by prominent historian James I. Robertson Jr. and a new foreword by Christian Keller offer insight into the impact of Longstreet's career on American history.

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James Longstreet is one of the more controversial participants of the Civil War. His fortunes closely mirrored those of the Confederacy-early success followed by a string of defeats. His criticisms of Robert E. Lee and support for Union Republicans after the war did not endear him to Southerners. He became a convenient scapegoat for the "Lost Cause." In From Mannassas to Appomattox, Longstreet explains the war and defends his decisions. Any historian who wishes to better understand the war would benefit from studying and critiquing this expansive primary source.

Originally published in 1896, From Manassas to Appomattox: Memoirs of the Civil War in America is a detailed day to day account of the American Civil War by General James Longstreet, one of the foremost Confederate generals of the American Civil War and the principal subordinate to General Robert E. Lee. TABLE OF CONTENTSPREFACE. CHAPTER I. THE ANTE-BELLUM LIFE OF THE AUTHOR. CHAPTER II. FROM NEW MEXICO TO MANASSAS. CHAPTER III. BATTLE OF MANASSAS, OR BULL RUN. CHAPTER IV. THE CONFEDERATES HOVERING AROUND WASHINGTON. CHAPTER V. ROUND ABOUT RICHMOND. CHAPTER VI. THE BATTLE OF WILLIAMSBURG. CHAPTER VII. SEVEN PINES, OR FAIR OAKS. CHAPTER VIII. SEQUEL OF SEVEN PINES. CHAPTER IX. ROBERT E. LEE IN COMMAND. CHAPTER X. FIGHTING ALONG THE CHICKAHOMINY. CHAPTER XI. BATTLE OF MALVERN HILL. CHAPTER XII. HALLECK AND POPE IN FEDERAL COMMAND. CHAPTER XIII. MAKING READY FOR MANASSAS AGAIN. CHAPTER XIV. SECOND BATTLE OF MANASSAS (BULL RUN). CHAPTER XV. THE MARYLAND CAMPAIGN. CHAPTER XVI. "THE LOST ORDER"-SOUTH MOUNTAIN. CHAPTER XVII. PRELIMINARIES OF THE GREAT BATTLE. CHAPTER XVIII. BATTLE OF SHARPSBURG, OR ANTIETAM. CHAPTER XIX. BATTLE OF SHARPSBURG, OR ANTIETAM (CONTINUED). CHAPTER XX. REVIEW OF THE MARYLAND CAMPAIGN. CHAPTER XXI. REORGANIZATION AND REST FOR BOTH ARMIES. CHAPTER XXII. BATTLE OF FREDERICKSBURG. CHAPTER XXIII. BATTLE OF FREDERICKSBURG (CONTINUED). CHAPTER XXIV. PREPARING FOR THE SPRING OF '63. CHAPTER XXV. INVASION OF PENNSYLVANIA. CHAPTER XXVI. GETTYSBURG-FIRST DAY. CHAPTER XXVII. GETTYSBURG-SECOND DAY. CHAPTER XXVIII. GETTYSBURG-THIRD DAY. CHAPTER XXIX. THE WAVE ROLLS BACK. CHAPTER XXX. LONGSTREET MOVES TO GEORGIA. CHAPTER XXXI. BATTLE OF CHICKAMAUGA. CHAPTER XXXII. FAILURE TO FOLLOW SUCCESS. CHAPTER XXXIII. THE EAST TENNESSEE CAMPAIGN. CHAPTER XXXIV. BESIEGING KNOXVILLE. CHAPTER XXXV. CUT OFF FROM EAST AND WEST. CHAPTER XXXVI. STRATEGIC IMPORTANCE OF THE FIELD. CHAPTER XXXVII. LAST DAYS IN TENNESSEE. CHAPTER XXXVIII. BATTLE OF THE WILDERNESS. CHAPTER XXXIX. AGAIN IN FRONT OF RICHMOND. CHAPTER XL. TALK OF PEACE. CHAPTER XLI. BATTLE OF FIVE FORKS. CHAPTER XLII. PETERSBURG. CHAPTER XLIII. APPOMATTOX. CHAPTER XLIV. POST-BELLUM PENDANT. APPENDIX. LETTERS OF GENERAL ROBERT E. LEE AND GENERAL LONGSTREET. FOOTNOTES:

From Manassas to Appomattox: Memoirs of the Civil War in America is a first-hand account of the American Civil War written by James Longstreet, a Confederate general who served under Robert E. Lee. The book was originally published in 1896, more than 30 years after the end of the war. The memoir covers Longstreet's experiences during the war, including his participation in some of the most significant battles of the conflict, such as the First Battle of Bull Run, the Battle of Antietam, and the Battle of Gettysburg. Longstreet also provides insight into the strategies and tactics used by both the Union and Confederate armies, as well as his personal relationship with Lee. Throughout the book, Longstreet offers his opinions on various aspects of the war, including the role of slavery, the effectiveness of Confederate leadership, and the reasons for the Confederate defeat. He also discusses his own controversial decisions during the war, such as his delay in attacking at Gettysburg. Overall, From Manassas to Appomattox provides a unique perspective on the Civil War from one of its most prominent Confederate generals. The book is considered a valuable resource for historians and Civil War enthusiasts alike. This Is A New Release Of The Original 1896 Edition. 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.