Opening Of The Mississippi : Or Two Years' Campaigning In The Southwest (1864)
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""Opening Of The Mississippi: Or Two Years������� Campaigning In The Southwest"" is a historical book written by George W. Driggs and published in 1864. The book is a first-hand account of Driggs' experiences during the American Civil War as a member of the Union Army's Mississippi River Squadron. The book covers the period from 1862 to 1864, during which time Driggs participated in several campaigns and battles in the Southwest, including the capture of Fort Henry and Fort Donelson, the Battle of Shiloh, and the siege of Vicksburg.The book provides a detailed and vivid description of the battles and campaigns in which Driggs participated, as well as the day-to-day life of a soldier during the Civil War. It also includes insights into the politics and strategies of the Union Army during the war.Overall, ""Opening Of The Mississippi"" is a valuable historical document that provides a unique perspective on the Civil War and the Union Army's efforts to gain control of the Mississippi River. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Civil War or the military history of the United States.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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- ISBN-13: 9781120782724
- ISBN-10: 1120782724
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: December 2009
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.5 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.88 pounds
- Page Count: 154
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