"Personal Memoirs of P. H. Sheridan, General, United States Army — Volume 2" by Philip Henry Sheridan is a captivating memoir chronicling the author’s active role as a general in the American Civil War. Sheridan vividly recounts his experiences in the Virginia campaign, emphasizing critical battles and tactical approaches, such as pioneering scout units to gather critical intelligence. The memoirs capture the essence of leadership, bravery, and the high stakes of war, shedding light on key interactions with figures like General Grant, and showcasing innovative strategies, like the use of loyal citizens such as Miss Rebecca Wright to gain insights into enemy positions, directly influencing Union victories like the Battle of the Opequon.
Personal Memoirs of P. H. Sheridan, General, United States Army — Volume 2
By Philip Henry Sheridan
In the thick of the Civil War, a general recounts his daring strategies and battles, revealing how courage and cunning can change the tide of war.
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About the AuthorPhilip Henry Sheridan was a career United States Army officer and a Union general in the American Civil War. His career was noted for his rapid rise to major general and his close association with General-in-chief Ulysses S. Grant, who transferred Sheridan from command of an infantry division in the Western Theater to lead the Cavalry Corps of the Army of the Potomac in the East. In 1864, he defeated Confederate forces under General Jubal Early in the Shenandoah Valley and his destruction of the economic infrastructure of the Valley, called "The Burning" by residents, was one of the first uses of scorched-earth tactics in the war. In 1865, his cavalry pursued Gen. Robert E. Lee and was instrumental in forcing his surrender at Appomattox Courthouse.
Philip Henry Sheridan was a career United States Army officer and a Union general in the American Civil War. His career was noted for his rapid rise to major general and his close association with General-in-chief Ulysses S. Grant, who transferred Sheridan from command of an infantry division in the Western Theater to lead the Cavalry Corps of the Army of the Potomac in the East. In 1864, he defeated Confederate forces under General Jubal Early in the Shenandoah Valley and his destruction of the economic infrastructure of the Valley, called "The Burning" by residents, was one of the first uses of scorched-earth tactics in the war. In 1865, his cavalry pursued Gen. Robert E. Lee and was instrumental in forcing his surrender at Appomattox Courthouse.
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