The Mexican War Diary Of George B. McClellan

By William Starr Myers, George B. McClellan, McClellan George Brinton, et al.

Book Overview

The Mexican War Diary Of George B. McClellan is a historical book written by George B. McClellan, an American soldier, engineer, and politician who served as a major general during the American Civil War. The book is a collection of diary entries made by McClellan during his time as a young officer in the Mexican-American War, which took place between 1846 and 1848.In the diary, McClellan describes his experiences as he travels through Mexico, participates in battles, and interacts with his fellow soldiers. He also provides insights into the strategies and tactics used by the American army during the war.The book offers a unique perspective on the Mexican-American War, as it is written by a participant who would later become a prominent figure in American military history. McClellan's diary entries provide a personal and intimate look at the war, and offer readers a glimpse into the mind of a young officer who would go on to become a major general in the Civil War.Overall, The Mexican War Diary Of George B. McClellan is a fascinating historical document that sheds light on a pivotal moment in American history, and provides valuable insights into the experiences of soldiers who fought in the Mexican-American 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: 1432671073
• ISBN13: 9781432671075
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"