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A study of Ulysses S. Grant during the last year and a half of his Civil War command, providing an account of his activities after being made commander in chief of the Union armies.

A study of Ulysses S. Grant in the early years of his Civil War command, focusing on his strategy for gaining control of the Mississippi River for the Union, with accounts of some of the war's great battles, and discussion of Grant's personal relationships and problems.

Provides accounts of the battles, sieges, and campaigns of the American Revolution, describes the progress of the war over six years of fighting, and includes maps.

Examines the events of the Civil War battle at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, in 1863.

Examines the events of the Civil War battle at Antietam, Maryland, in 1862.

A guide to nearly every engagement of war during the American Revolution.

"[Provides an illustrated history of the Civil War that] brings to life the realities of the war and the people who lived through it. It explains how the politics around slavery led to an unbridgeable divide between North and South and examines the strategies that led to the Union's eventual victory in 1865"--Amazon.

Many people know the story of Dolley Madison, one of the first First Ladies to live in the White House, and how she saved the famous painting of George Washington as the British attacked and burned Washington, D. C. But few know what happened next. With the U.S. soldiers in retreat and Dolley fleeing, what drove the British soldiers out of the city they were intent on destroying? Was it really a tornado? Or was it something else?.

"In this installment of the best-selling history series, young readers move chronologically through 20 Civil War battles, beginning with the first shots fires at Fort Sumter to the final days at Appomattox. Historic photographs, maps, and powerful chpaters make history leap off the page, capturing the attention of even reluctant readers. Learn about the military leaders, weapons, and strategies that brought victory- or defeat- on American soil.".

"Describes the Siege of Vicksburg and the Battle of Gettysburg, including Pickett's Charge, that turned the tide of the American Civil War"--Provided by publisher.