Battling For Atlanta (1917)

By Byron A. Dunn

Book Overview

Battling for Atlanta is a historical account of the Civil War battles that took place in and around Atlanta, Georgia in 1864. Written by Byron Archibald Dunn and first published in 1917, the book provides a detailed narrative of the events leading up to the fall of Atlanta and the subsequent Union victory.The book begins with an overview of the strategic importance of Atlanta and the reasons why both the Union and Confederate armies were determined to control the city. Dunn then goes on to describe the various battles that took place in and around Atlanta, including the Battle of Peachtree Creek, the Battle of Atlanta, and the Battle of Jonesboro.Throughout the book, Dunn provides vivid descriptions of the fighting and the conditions faced by the soldiers on both sides. He also includes numerous maps and illustrations to help readers understand the complex maneuvers and tactics employed by the opposing armies.In addition to the military history, Battling for Atlanta also delves into the political and social factors that influenced the outcome of the war. Dunn examines the role of key figures such as General William T. Sherman and Confederate President Jefferson Davis, as well as the impact of issues such as slavery and states' rights on the conflict.Overall, Battling for Atlanta is a comprehensive and engaging account of one of the most important battles of the Civil War. It offers valuable insights into the military, political, and social aspects of the conflict, and is a must-read for anyone interested in American history.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164584987
• ISBN13: 9781164584988
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 412 Pages
• Weight: 1.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"