The Memoirs of General William T. Sherman

The Memoirs of General William T. Sherman

By William Tecumseh Sherman
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In "The Memoirs of General William T. Sherman," Sherman offers an unparalleled firsthand account of his experiences during the Civil War, blending military strategy with personal reflections. The narrative, characterized by its straightforward prose and vivid detail, transcends mere autobiography, serving as a profound commentary on the nature of war, leadership, and the human condition. Sherman deliberately situates his memoirs within the broader context of 19th-century American history, exploring not just his military campaigns but the socio-political ramifications of warfare in a nation divided. William Tecumseh Sherman was not only a key military figure in the Union Army but also a complex individual shaped by his early life and experiences in the antebellum South. His strategic mind and his relentless commitment to the Union's cause, demonstrated through his infamous "March to the Sea," are deeply intertwined with his reflections in this work. Sherman's perspective is informed by both his personal challenges and the broader societal upheavals of his time, adding depth to his accounts. This memoir is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the intricacies of the Civil War and military leadership. Sherman's insights into the ethical dilemmas of warfare and his candid self-assessments make it not just a historical document but a timeless exploration of duty and sacrifice, proving invaluable to both historians and general readers alike.

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GenreHistory
Length39 hrs
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 13, 2022
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Memoirs of General William T. Sherman
2Preface
3Chapter I From 1820 to the Mexican War 1820-1846
4Chapter II Early Recollections of California 1846-1848
5Chapter III Early Recollections of California — (continued) 1849-1850
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6Chapter IV Missouri, Louisiana, and California 1850-1855
7Chapter V California 1855-1857
8Chapter VI California, New York, and Kansas 1857-1859
9Chapter VII Louisiana 1859-1861
10Chapter VIII Missouri April and May, 1861
11Chapter IX From the Battle of Bull Run to Paducah - Kentucky and Missouri 1861-1862
12Chapter X Battle of Shiloh March and April, 1862
13Chapter XI Shiloh to Memphis April to July, 1862
14Chapter XII Memphis to Arkansas Post July, 1882 to January, 1883
15Chapter XIII Vicksburg January to July, 1888
16Chapter XIV Chattanooga and Knoxville July to December, 1863
17Chapter XV Meridian Campaign January and February, 1864
18Chapter XVI Atlanta Campaign-Nashville and Chattanooga to Benebaw March, April, and May, 1864
19Chapter XVII Atlanta Campaign — Battles About Kenesaw Mountain June, 1864
20Chapter XVIII Atlanta Campaign — Battles About Atlanta July, 1864
21Chapter XIX Capture of Atlanta August and September, 1864
22Chapter XX Atlanta and After — Pursuit of Hood September and October, 1864
23Chapter XXI The March to the Sea from Atlanta to Savannah November and December, 1864 (pt. 1)
24Chapter XXI The March to the Sea from Atlanta to Savannah November and December, 1864 (pt. 2)
25Chapter XXII Savannah and Pocotaligo December, 1884, and January, 1885
26Chapter XXIII Campaign of the Carolinas February and March, 1865
27Chapter XXIV End of the War — From Goldsboro' to Raleigh and Washington April and May, 1865
28Chapter XXV Conclusion — Military Lessons of the War
29Chapter XXVI After the War
30APPENDIX
31Chickasaw Bayou
32Arkansas Post
33Meridian Campaign

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