shenandoah valley campaign, 1862

A biography of Stonewall Jackson, Confederate general during the Civil War, discussing his hard upbringing in the mountains of western Virginia, traces his military career, and his role in the Confederate victories of 1861-1863.

Describes the Shenandoah Valley Civil War campaign of 1862 through over one hundred personal recollections taken from letters, diaries, and journals. Also includes photographs of military artifacts, soldiers, and civilians as well as sketches and maps.

"Stonewall" Jackson's troops pose a threat to Washington, D.C.