The Atlanta Campaign 1864 : Peach Tree Creek to the Fall of the City / David A. Powell.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Powell, David A., author.

Series:

Casemate illustrated ; Volume CIS0033.

Casemate Illustrated Series ; Volume CIS0033

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Atlanta Campaign, 1864.

United States--History.

United States.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (130 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Havertown, PA : Casemate Publishers, [2024]

Summary:

This book provides a detailed account of General John Bell Hood's leadership of the Confederate Army of Tennessee during the 1864 Atlanta Campaign. It contrasts Hood's aggressive tactics with his predecessor Joseph E. Johnston's more cautious approach. The narrative covers key battles such as Peach Tree Creek, the Battle of Atlanta, and Ezra Church, highlighting the costly failures of the Confederate assaults. The book also explores the strategic and operational shifts that occurred as Hood adopted a more defensive stance after initial setbacks. Richly illustrated with maps, sketches, and photographs, the volume offers insights into the military strategies and experiences of the forces involved. The work is intended for readers interested in Civil War history, military strategy, and the specific events of the Atlanta Campaign. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover

Book Title

Copyright

Contents

Timeline

Hood Takes Command

Peach Tree Creek

McPherson Advances

July 22: McPherson Falls

July 22: The Fight for Decatur

July 22: Bald Hill and Logan Takes Command

Slaughter at the Chapel

Cavalry Raids

Utoy Creek

Atlanta Besieged

A Desperate Day at Jonesboro

The Fall of Atlanta

Further Reading

Index

Back Cover.

Notes:

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Description based on print version record.

Includes index.

ISBN:

9781636242927

1636242928

OCLC:

1433694380