Great gambles of the Civil War
Katcher, Philip, 1941-1996
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On land and sea the American Civil War was riddled with gambles by both sides. This book gives accounts of gambles taken by commanders in order to secure advantage, and their outcomes. The book considers the actions at Manassas, Gettysburg and Vicksburg, with other incidents involving risk-taking.
Main title:
Great gambles of the Civil War / Philip Katcher.
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Imprint:
London : Arms and Armour, c1996.
Collation:
256p., [16]p. of plates : ill., plans, ports. ; 24cm.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:
9781854093080
Dewey class:
973.7
Language:
English
BRN:
559250
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