Two Wars: An Autobiography of General Samuel G. French Mexican War; War between the States, a Diary; Reconstruction Period, His Experience; Incidents, Reminiscences, etc.

** "Two Wars: An Autobiography of General Samuel G. French" by Samuel Gibbs French is a narrative of one man’s journey through nineteenth-century America, told through the lens of military service and personal reflection. From his New Jersey upbringing and dreams of West Point to the battlefields of the Mexican War and the American Civil War, General French recounts not only historical events but also the experiences, relationships, and influences that shaped his path. He paints a picture of cadet life, the weight of family history, and the motivations behind answering the call to arms for both the United States and the Confederate States. The book's introspective tone connects readers to the past, inviting them to experience pivotal moments in American history through the eyes of a man who lived them. **