Steven E. Woodworth
Chickamauga: A Battlefield Guide
Paperback
(Bison Books April 1, 1999)
, First Edition edition
The hard-fought and dramatic battles of Chickamauga (September 19–20, 1863) and Chattanooga (November 23–25, 1863) changed the course of the Civil War. These battles sounded the death knell of the Confederacy and put Ulysses S. Grant on the road to final victory. For the first time in one convenient guide, Steven E. Woodworth provides an overview of the battles and an on-site tour to help both serious students and casual visitors get the most out of a visit to Chickamauga and Chattanooga. The guide emphasizes how the opposing armies used terrain and how that terrain shaped the course of each battle. Easy-to-follow directions to specific locations enable you to view the field from the historic perspectives of the combatants. Whether used alone or as a supplement to a tour, this guide will enhance your visit. Clearly written and illustrated with maps and photographs, it is an invaluable tool for both knowledgeable Civil War enthusiasts and first-time visitors to Chickamauga and Chattanooga.
- Series
- This Hallowed Ground: Guides to Civil War Battlefields
- ISBN
- 0803298021 / 9780803298026
- Pages
- 182
- Weight
- 11.2 oz.
- Dimensions
- 6.0 x 0.4 in.
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