The Battle of Allatoona, October 5th, 1864

"The Battle of Allatoona, October 5th, 1864" by William Ludlow is a historical record from the late 1800s that tells the story of a crucial Civil War battle and how fiercely it was fought, with details about why Allatoona was so important to General Sherman's plans. The story presents the events leading up to massive conflict between the Union and Confederate armies, describing troop movements, fort building, and battle plans. In the telling, Ludlow vividly illustrates the intense combat and bravery of the soldiers, with special attention is paid to Colonel John Corse, who led the defense of the Union position against General French's larger Confederate army. This story shows the disorder of battle, the high stakes involved with supply lines, and why the Union victory at Allatoona was so important for Sherman's future success by blending personal stories with big-picture military strategy, giving readers a close look at this important event in American history.