Book description
The definitive account of the Battle of Antietam, the bloodiest day of the Civil War.
Finalist of the American Battlefield Trust Military History Book Prize, Winner of the Richard Barksdale Harwell Award
The memory of the Battle of Antietam was so haunting that when, nine months later, Major Rufus Dawes…
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This is the most detailed history of the Battle of Antietam available and is filled with insight.
The stories Hartwig unearthed are compelling and fascinating. Of all the books on Antietam, this one makes you feel closest to the action. It is a moving, often chilling, read.
Hartwig also offers new thoughts on the effectiveness of George McClellan as a general and even some criticism that will be new to many readers.
The book stumbles when it comes to developing a wider perspective, including the lack of an explanation of why Robert E. Lee decided to fight at Antietam. This…
From Alexander's list on Confederate strategy during the Civil War.
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