"From Fort Henry to Corinth" by M.F. Force, details the significant Civil War battles fought in the West. The book sets the stage by exploring the divided loyalties in Missouri as the Civil War began, featuring people like Governor Jackson and General Lyon, and how their choices led to open fighting. It looks at the beginning fights and how the military got organized in Missouri. It gives readers the background they need to understand the big battles that would occur later at places like Fort Henry and Fort Donelson, and considers the plans made by both the Union and Confederate leaders, describing how the war unfolded and showing why certain battles and movements were important.
From Fort Henry to Corinth
By M. F. (Manning Ferguson) Force
Witness the clash of armies and the drama of divided loyalties in a nation torn apart by war, as key battles decide the fate of the American West.
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About the AuthorManning Ferguson Force was a lawyer, judge, and soldier from Ohio. He became known as the commander of the 20th Ohio Volunteer Infantry in the Union Army during the American Civil War, and was a recipient of the Army Medal of Honor for gallantry in action. He was awarded this honor in 1892 for his heroism during the Battle of Atlanta, on July 22, 1864.
Manning Ferguson Force was a lawyer, judge, and soldier from Ohio. He became known as the commander of the 20th Ohio Volunteer Infantry in the Union Army during the American Civil War, and was a recipient of the Army Medal of Honor for gallantry in action. He was awarded this honor in 1892 for his heroism during the Battle of Atlanta, on July 22, 1864.
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