The ""Life of General Nathaniel Lyon"" is a biography of one of the most important Union generals of the American Civil War. Written by Ashbel Woodward, the book chronicles Lyon's life from his early years in Connecticut to his heroic death at the Battle of Wilson's Creek in Missouri. Woodward delves into Lyon's military career, which began with his service in the Mexican-American War and continued with his appointment as commander of the Department of the West during the early years of the Civil War. The book also explores ...
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The ""Life of General Nathaniel Lyon"" is a biography of one of the most important Union generals of the American Civil War. Written by Ashbel Woodward, the book chronicles Lyon's life from his early years in Connecticut to his heroic death at the Battle of Wilson's Creek in Missouri. Woodward delves into Lyon's military career, which began with his service in the Mexican-American War and continued with his appointment as commander of the Department of the West during the early years of the Civil War. The book also explores Lyon's personal life, including his relationships with family and friends, and his political views, which were shaped by his opposition to slavery and his belief in the Union. Throughout the book, Woodward provides a detailed and engaging account of Lyon's life, highlighting his bravery, leadership, and dedication to the cause of preserving the Union. This biography is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Civil War and the men who fought in it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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