Sherman's March To The Sea, And The Burning Of Columbia, South Carolina, From His Memoirs

Sherman's March To The Sea, And The Burning Of Columbia, South Carolina, From His Memoirs

by William Tecumseh Sherman

This selection from William Tecumseh Sherman's memoirs focuses on his pivotal 'March to the Sea' campaign during the American Civil War. It details the strategic and logistical challenges of leading the Union Army through Georgia, from the capture of Atlanta to the capture of Savannah. Sherman's account provides a firsthand perspective on the devastating impact of his 'scorched earth' policy and the complexities of warfare on the civilian population. He emphasizes the military necessities behind his decisions while also reflecting on the moral and ethical dilemmas of war.

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