Road Past Kennesaw: The Atlanta Campaign Of 1864

Road Past Kennesaw: The Atlanta Campaign Of 1864

by Richard M. McMurry

This book provides a detailed account of the Atlanta Campaign of 1864 during the American Civil War. It explores the military strategies employed by both the Union and Confederate armies, the logistical challenges faced in a war-torn landscape, and the individual experiences of soldiers and civilians caught in the conflict. The author draws on extensive primary sources, including letters and diaries, to offer a nuanced and insightful portrayal of this pivotal campaign, which ultimately led to the Union's capture of Atlanta and paved the way for Sherman's March to the Sea.

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