** "Company 'A, Corps of Engineers, U.S.A., 1846-'48, in the Mexican War" by Gustavus Woodson Smith is a historical narrative that plunges into the tumultuous years of the Mexican-American War through the eyes of an engineering company. The story details the company's formation, rigorous training, and voyage to Mexico, setting the stage for their crucial contributions to the American war effort. Readers witness the leadership and resourcefulness required to navigate logistical nightmares and combat situations, as men from various backgrounds morph into a cohesive unit. This chronicle highlights the strategic significance of engineers in battle, from constructing vital infrastructure to participating in major military actions, emphasizing the bonds forged amidst the harsh realities of war and offering a gritty, boots-on-the-ground glimpse into a pivotal moment in history. **
Company 'A', corps of engineers, U.S.A., 1846-'48, in the Mexican war
By Gustavus Woodson Smith
** Witness the gritty, real-life struggles of American engineers as they navigate war, leadership, and camaraderie during the Mexican-American War.
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About the AuthorGustavus Woodson Smith, more commonly known as G.W. Smith, was a career United States Army officer who fought in the Mexican–American War, a civil engineer, and a major general in the Confederate States Army during the American Civil War. He briefly commanded the Army of Northern Virginia from May 31 until June 1, 1862, following the wounding of General Joseph E. Johnston at the Battle of Seven Pines, and before General Robert E. Lee took command. Smith later served as an interim Confederate States Secretary of War and in the Georgia Militia.
Gustavus Woodson Smith, more commonly known as G.W. Smith, was a career United States Army officer who fought in the Mexican–American War, a civil engineer, and a major general in the Confederate States Army during the American Civil War. He briefly commanded the Army of Northern Virginia from May 31 until June 1, 1862, following the wounding of General Joseph E. Johnston at the Battle of Seven Pines, and before General Robert E. Lee took command. Smith later served as an interim Confederate States Secretary of War and in the Georgia Militia.
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