William S. Rosecrans and the Union Victor: A Civil War Biography

Synopsis

This Is The First Biography Of Union General William S. Rosecrans In More Than 50 Years. It Tells The Story Of His Military Successes And Attempts To Explain Why He Was Removed Four Times Despite These Successes, And Examines The Important Part Politics Played In The War-- Before The War -- West Virginia -- Iuka -- Corinth -- In Command -- Stones River -- Creating A New Army -- Tullahoma -- Opposition From Many Sides -- Chickamauga -- After Chickamauga -- Grant In Control -- Missouri -- A Spy In The Army -- Washburne -- After The War -- A Final Note. David G. Moore. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.