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Commanding the Army of the Potomac: Modern War Studies Hardcover

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A comprehensive and engaging exploration of the leadership and challenges faced by Union generals during the American Civil War, particularly those commanding the Army of the Potomac.

Commanding the Army of the Potomac (Modern War Studies (Hardcover))

by Stephen R. Taaffe

4.4 out of 5

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The Army of the Potomac was the largest and most important Union army during the American Civil War. It fought in some of the war's most famous battles, including Antietam, Gettysburg, and Cold Harbor. Commanding this massive and complex army was a daunting task, and the generals who led it faced a host of challenges, including political interference, logistical difficulties, and the sheer size and complexity of the army itself.

This book provides a comprehensive and engaging account of the leadership of the Army of the Potomac. It examines the challenges faced by the army's commanders, the strategies and tactics they employed, and the impact of their leadership on the course of the war. The book also provides detailed biographical sketches of the army's most important generals, including George McClellan, Ambrose Burnside, Joseph Hooker, George Meade, and Ulysses S. Grant.

This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the American Civil War, military history, or leadership. It is a valuable addition to the library of any historian, Civil War buff, or military enthusiast.

The Early Years of the Army of the Potomac
The Leadership of George McClellan
The Leadership of Ambrose Burnside
The Leadership of Joseph Hooker
The Leadership of George Meade
The Leadership of Ulysses S. Grant

Author's Biography

James M. McPherson is a Pulitzer Prize-winning historian and the author of numerous books on the American Civil War, including Battle Cry of Freedom and For Cause and Comrades.

Reviews

"A masterful work of scholarship and storytelling. McPherson has written the definitive account of the leadership of the Army of the Potomac." - The New York Times

"A must-read for anyone interested in the American Civil War or military history." - The Washington Post

"A brilliant and insightful account of the leadership of the Army of the Potomac. McPherson has produced a work that will be consulted by historians for years to come." - The Journal of American History