John Singleton Mosby

Mosby's War Reminiscences (eBook, ePUB)

Civil War Memories of the Stuart's Cavalry Campaigns

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

"Mosby's War Reminiscences" is an account of wartime exploits, written by a Confederate army cavalry commander, John S. Mosby. While describing his war experiences, Mosby at the same time wanted to defend the reputation of his commander J.E.B. Stuart, who some partisans of the "Lost Cause" blamed for the Confederacy's defeat at the Battle of Gettysburg.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Copycat
• Erscheinungstermin: 25. Januar 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9788028216047
• Artikelnr.: 64380092

Autorenporträt

John Singleton Mosby, born on December 6, 1833, in Powhatan County, Virginia, was an influential figure of the Civil War era, chiefly remembered for his leadership of Mosby's Rangers, a Confederate partisan cavalry battalion. After the Civil War, Mosby penned 'Mosby's War Reminiscences and Stuart's Cavalry Campaigns' which provides a firsthand account of his wartime exploits and tactics that bewildered Union forces. His memoir is not merely a military record; it is a reflection of the mindset and valor of a man deemed the 'Gray Ghost' for his elusive guerrilla warfare style that left a pronounced mark on Civil War history. Mosby's literary work is characterized by a candid and detailed narrative that offers insight into both his personal experiences and broader military engagements of the period. His writing is not just an important primary historical source but a testament to the complexities and convictions of those involved in the conflict. Mosby's law background and later role in post-war reconciliation add layers to his literary voice. After a transformative career shift post-war, in which he served as a lawyer, diplomat, and a Republican supporter during Reconstruction, Mosby's insights gained a nuanced perspective on the social upheavals and political changes of his time.