The Memoirs of General W. T. Sherman, Volume I., Part 1 By: William T. Sherman (1820-1891)
In this gripping memoir, General William T. Sherman recounts his experiences leading troops during the Civil War. With vivid detail and a straightforward writing style, Sherman brings readers onto the battlefield alongside him, sharing the highs and lows of warfare. His candid reflections on the challenges of command and the toll of war on both soldiers and civilians offer a poignant reminder of the human cost of conflict. Sherman's honest and unapologetic voice makes this memoir a compelling and valuable firsthand account of a tumultuous period in American history. Whether you are a history buff or simply looking for a captivating read, this memoir is sure to leave a lasting impact. First Page: MEMOIRS OF GENERAL W. T. SHERMAN By William T. Sherman Volume I., Part 1 GENERAL W. T. SHERMAN HIS COMRADES IN ARMS, VOLUNTEERS AND REGULARS. Nearly ten years have passed since the close of the civil war in America, and yet no satisfactory history thereof is accessible to the public; nor should any be attempted until the Government has published, and placed within the reach of students, the abundant materials that are buried in the War Department at Washington. These are in process of compilation; but, at the rate of progress for the past ten years, it is probable that a new century will come before they are published and circulated, with full indexes to enable the historian to make a judicious selection of materials. What is now offered is not designed as a history of the war, or even as a complete account of all the incidents in which the writer bore a part, but merely his recollection of events, corrected by a reference to his own memoranda, which may assist the future historian when he comes to describe the whole, and account for the motives and reasons which influenced some of the actors in the grand drama of war. I trust a perusal of these pages will prove interesting to the survivors, who have manifested so often their intense love of the "cause" which moved a nation to vindicate its own authority; and, equally so, to the rising generation, who therefrom may learn that a country and government such as ours are worth fighting for, and dying for, if need be... Continue reading book >>

The Memoirs of General W. T. Sherman, Volume I., Part 1 By: William T. Sherman (1820-1891)

In this gripping memoir, General William T. Sherman recounts his experiences leading troops during the Civil War. With vivid detail and a straightforward writing style, Sherman brings readers onto the battlefield alongside him, sharing the highs and lows of warfare. His candid reflections on the challenges of command and the toll of war on both soldiers and civilians offer a poignant reminder of the human cost of conflict. Sherman's honest and unapologetic voice makes this memoir a compelling and valuable firsthand account of a tumultuous period in American history. Whether you are a history buff or simply looking for a captivating read, this memoir is sure to leave a lasting impact.

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MEMOIRS OF GENERAL W. T. SHERMAN

By William T. Sherman

Volume I., Part 1

GENERAL W. T. SHERMAN

HIS COMRADES IN ARMS,

VOLUNTEERS AND REGULARS.

Nearly ten years have passed since the close of the civil war in America, and yet no satisfactory history thereof is accessible to the public; nor should any be attempted until the Government has published, and placed within the reach of students, the abundant materials that are buried in the War Department at Washington. These are in process of compilation; but, at the rate of progress for the past ten years, it is probable that a new century will come before they are published and circulated, with full indexes to enable the historian to make a judicious selection of materials.

What is now offered is not designed as a history of the war, or even as a complete account of all the incidents in which the writer bore a part, but merely his recollection of events, corrected by a reference to his own memoranda, which may assist the future historian when he comes to describe the whole, and account for the motives and reasons which influenced some of the actors in the grand drama of war.

I trust a perusal of these pages will prove interesting to the survivors, who have manifested so often their intense love of the "cause" which moved a nation to vindicate its own authority; and, equally so, to the rising generation, who therefrom may learn that a country and government such as ours are worth fighting for, and dying for, if need be... Continue reading book >>

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The Memoirs of General W. T. Sherman, Volume I., Part 1	The Memoirs of General W. T. Sherman, Volume I., Part 2	The Memoirs of General W. T. Sherman, Volume II., Part 3
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