Great Commanders: General Meade

By Isaac Rusling Pennypacker

Book Overview

Great Commanders: General Meade by Isaac Rusling Pennypacker is a biography of General George Meade, a prominent figure in the American Civil War. Meade is best known for his leadership of the Union Army at the Battle of Gettysburg, which is considered a turning point in the war. Pennypacker provides a detailed account of Meade's life, from his early years as a military engineer to his rise through the ranks of the Union Army. The book explores Meade's tactical skills and his relationships with other prominent figures of the time, including President Abraham Lincoln and General Ulysses S. Grant. Pennypacker also delves into Meade's personal life, including his marriage and family. The book is well-researched and provides a comprehensive look at one of the most important figures of 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432540173
• ISBN13: 9781432540173
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 412 Pages
• Weight: 1.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"