Brook Farm To Cedar Mountain

Brook Farm to Cedar Mountain: In the War of the Great Rebellion, 1861-1862 is a historical book written by George Henry Gordon in 1883. The book covers the events of the American Civil War from the beginning of the conflict in 1861 to the Battle of Cedar Mountain in 1862. The author, who was a Union Army officer during the war, provides a detailed account of his experiences and observations during this period.The book begins with Gordon's enlistment in the Union Army and his training at Brook Farm, Massachusetts. He then describes his journey to Washington, D.C., where he was assigned to the 2nd Massachusetts Infantry. Gordon provides a detailed account of the army's movements and battles during the early stages of the war, including the First Battle of Bull Run and the Peninsula Campaign.The book also covers Gordon's experiences as a staff officer for General John Pope during the Northern Virginia Campaign. Gordon describes the battles of Cedar Mountain and Second Bull Run in detail, providing insights into the strategies and tactics used by both sides.Throughout the book, Gordon provides a vivid and engaging narrative of the events of the war. He also includes personal anecdotes and observations, giving readers a sense of the human side of the conflict. Brook Farm to Cedar Mountain is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the Civil War, and a compelling read for those interested in military history.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.