The Life of General Albert Sidney Johnston (Hardcover)

The Life of General Albert Sidney Johnston is a biography written by William Preston Johnston that chronicles the life and military career of Confederate General Albert Sidney Johnston. The book details Johnston's early life, his education, and his military service in the United States Army before resigning his commission to join the Confederacy during the American Civil War. Johnston's military leadership is examined in detail, including his command of the Western Department of the Confederacy and his involvement in several major battles, such as the Battle of Shiloh. The book also explores Johnston's personal life, including his marriage and family.Throughout the biography, William Preston Johnston provides a detailed account of Johnston's military strategies and tactics, as well as his relationships with other Confederate leaders, such as Jefferson Davis and Robert E. Lee. The Life of General Albert Sidney Johnston is a comprehensive and informative biography that provides readers with a detailed look into the life and military career of one of the Confederacy's most prominent leaders.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1878 Edition. Embracing His Services In The Armies Of The United States, The Republic Of Texas, And The Confederate States.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.