Author |
Headley, P. C. (Phineas Camp), 1819-1903 |
LoC No. |
12034103
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Title |
Life and Military Career of Major-General William Tecumseh Sherman
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Note |
Reading ease score: 63.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Credits |
E-text prepared by Larry Harrison, Cindy Beyer, and the online Distributed Proofreaders Canada team (http://www.pgdpcanada.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org)
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Summary |
"Life and Military Career of Major-General William Tecumseh Sherman" by P. C. Headley is a historical account written in the mid-19th century, specifically in 1865. This biography focuses on the life and achievements of William Tecumseh Sherman, a prominent Union general during the American Civil War. The book outlines his early life, military education, significant battles, and contributions to the war effort, giving readers insight into his character and military strategies. The opening of the text sets the stage by exploring the early life of Sherman, including his ancestry, boyhood, and the pivotal changes that led him to a military career. It describes the influence of his family background and personal experiences that shaped his path, including the impact of the Seminole Wars and his education at West Point. Headley's writing suggests a tone of reverence for Sherman’s character, aiming to inspire readers, particularly the youth, with stories of his virtue and dedication. This opening portion not only establishes Sherman’s historical context but also emphasizes the traits that contributed to his later success as a military leader. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865)
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Subject |
Sherman, William T. (William Tecumseh), 1820-1891
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
51999 |
Release Date |
May 5, 2016 |
Most Recently Updated |
Jun 14, 2020 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads |
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