The Peninsula Campaign of 1862: A Military Analysis
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| Rating | : | 4.73 (965 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1604735120 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 198 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-10-04 |
| Language | : | English |
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No previous work, however, analyzes Union general George B. The Peninsula Campaign lends itself to such a study. The largest offensive of the Civil War, involving army, navy, and marine forces, the Peninsula Campaign has inspired many history books. Background history is provided for continuity, but the heart of this book is military analysis and the astonishing extent to which the personality traits of generals often overwhelm even the best efforts of their armies. Historic photos and detailed battle maps make this study an invaluable resource for those touring the many battlegrounds from Young's Mill and Yorktown through Fair Oaks to the final throes of the Seven Days' Battles.. At the strategic level, McClellan's inability to grasp Lincoln's grand objective becomes evident. McClellan's massive assault toward Richmond in the context of current and enduring military doctrine. Lee's difficulty in synchronizing his attacks deepens the mystique of how he achieved so much with so little. On water, the first ironclads forever changed naval warfare. McClellan's overcaution, Lee's audacity, and Jackson's personal exhaustion all provide valuable insights for today's commanders and for Civil War enthusiasts still debating this tremendous struggle. At the operational level, Robert E. Lessons for
"The authors have established their place in the continuing research and understanding of the Civil War. Recommended." -- Library Journal, June 2005
A Reader said A New Peninsula Campaign. I was doubtful that anyone could possibly have something new to write about the Peninsula Campaign. Unlike other studies, this book does not dwell on what has already been written about the Peninsula Campaign, but uses the campaign to highlight the complexities of "joint" military operations. The authors argue that Major General George McClellan essentially lost the element of. Mark Acres said Interesting but no essential. A worthwhile summary, but drawn mainly from secondary sources. Its military analyses seem to be based on comparing the accepted story of the campaign with principles enunciated in more modern military field manuals. Interesting, but no essential.. Dougherty's Peninsula Campaign I felt the book was excellent and here's why. I thoroughly enjoy Civil War history but having never been in the military, I wonder what the commanding generals consider when reviewing terrain etc. Using the framwork already provided by such remowned secondary sources such as Sear's At the Gates, the author introduces the term OCOKA and uses it eplain the criteria used to evalu