McClellan and Failure: A Study of Civil War Fear, Incompetence and Worse

by Edward H. Bonekemper III

Book Overview

In the eyes of many historians, Union general George B. McClellan single-handedly did more damage to the Union war effort than any other individual--including Confederate commander Robert E. Lee. Promoting his own ideas and career regardless of the consequences, McClellan eventually became a thorn in the side of President Lincoln. Removed from command on November 5, 1862, McClellan left a legacy of excessive caution that continued to affect the...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0786445750
• ISBN13: 9780786445752
• Release Date: August 2010
• Publisher: McFarland and Company, Inc.
• Length: 222 Pages
• Weight: 0.88 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.9" x 9.9"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher