Overview
General George H. Thomas: A Critical Biography is a book written by Donn Piatt that provides a comprehensive account of the life and military career of General George H. Thomas. The book explores Thomas's childhood, education, and early military service before delving into his role in the American Civil War. Piatt examines Thomas's strategic decisions and battlefield tactics, highlighting his contributions to key battles such as Chickamauga, Chattanooga, and Nashville. The author also delves into Thomas's personal life, including his relationships with his family and colleagues, and his struggles with alcoholism.Throughout the book, Piatt presents a critical analysis of Thomas's decisions and actions, examining both his successes and failures. The author also offers insights into Thomas's character, painting a portrait of a man who was dedicated to his country and his troops, but who was also often at odds with his superiors.Overall, General George H. Thomas: A Critical Biography is a detailed and engaging account of one of America's most important military figures, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of Thomas's life, career, and legacy.Excellent History Of The Civil War, Author Served As A Colonel In The Civil War And Gives Own Perspective On Each Of The Leaders, Considers George Thomas The Best Leader In The Civil War.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
- | Author: Donn Piatt
- | Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- | Publication Date: Jul 09, 2006
- | Number of Pages: 672 pages
- | Binding: Paperback or Softback
- | ISBN-10: 1428642498
- | ISBN-13: 9781428642492
