General Butler In New Orleans: History Of The Administration Of The Department Of The Gulf In The Year 1862

By James Parton

Book Overview

""General Butler in New Orleans"" is a historical account written by James Parton about the administration of the Department of the Gulf in the year 1862. The book focuses on the leadership of Major General Benjamin Butler during his time in New Orleans, Louisiana, and the challenges he faced during the American Civil War. Parton provides a detailed analysis of Butler's policies and actions, including his controversial decision to declare runaway slaves as ""contraband of war"" and his efforts to maintain order in a city torn apart by conflict. The book also delves into the political and social climate of New Orleans during this time period, offering insight into the complex issues that Butler and his administration had to navigate. Overall, ""General Butler in New Orleans"" is a comprehensive and informative account of a pivotal moment 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: 1163131016
• ISBN13: 9781163131015
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 652 Pages
• Weight: 1.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"