Trials of a Staff-Officer

By Charles King and Captain Charles King

Book Overview

Trials Of A Staff-Officer is a book written by Charles King, an American soldier and writer. The book is a memoir of his experiences as a staff officer during the American Civil War. King served as a staff officer for General George B. McClellan and later for General William T. Sherman. The book provides a detailed account of the operations of the Union Army during the war, including the battles of Antietam, Fredericksburg, and Chancellorsville. It also provides insights into the daily life of a staff officer, including the challenges of managing logistics, communications, and intelligence gathering. King's writing is vivid and engaging, providing readers with a first-hand account of the war from the perspective of a staff officer. He also provides commentary on the personalities of the generals he served under, giving readers an insight into the leadership styles and strategies of the Union Army during the war. Overall, Trials Of A Staff-Officer is a valuable historical document that provides readers with a unique perspective on the American Civil War. It is a must-read for anyone interested in military history or the history of the United States.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: 1432682830
• ISBN13: 9781432682835
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 216 Pages
• Weight: 0.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"