Additional information. Grant had forced the Conferderates to retreat after he captured 15,000 of Johnstons men. European armies were organized and trained. Catton covers all of the major battles, personalities, and factors that led to this horrible conflict. Issues between the regions of the United States were constantly resolved by simple compromises between the two sides, but the issue of slavery could not be solved by a compromise. Chapter 14: Tension between the North and South had been steadily rising, but this bill was the catalyst that launched the country into war. Sku. Technically, neither the North nor the South won the battle. If in your opinion, someone has already effectively discussed a major point accurately and in detail, move on to another topic within the chapter so that all are discussed. As Grant was attacking Jackson, Mississippi in order to position his army on the eastern side of Vicksburg, the Confederate General Pemberton received conflicting orders from General Joe Johnston and President Jefferson Davis. I thought it was really interesting that McDowell and Beauregard chose the same tactic for the first battle of Bull Run. Chapter seven mentions the rise of tension involved in the freeing of slaves, as well as foreign activity in the civil war. Everybody was trying to get rich on the back of this unlucky army and the policies of the political powers of the day. I have outlined the major points with my questions. Since there were only two other ironclad ships in the world at the time (owned by the French and the British), the Merrimac seemed indestructible in comparison to Union ships. One of Lincolns strategies in dealing with the border states was a delicate one. Then, all state governments would be considered lawful once their members took an oath to support the Constitution. Although an honest debate can be had on how good different parts of the Union army were, there is little doubt among honest historians that the Confederacy was the bad side. Of course, the author of that book makes the point that his would have been a suicide mission, but he also makes the point that there were many factors influencing Booth. He says that the North and South would adjust themselves to the rapid growth of the industrial age so this wasnt a major problem. I have been reading a book on the Booth Conspiracy and after what Lewis Powell did to Secretary of State Seward as directed by John Wilkes Booth, it is amazing to me that they granted clemency to Southern leaders. Chapter 18: And the Homestead Act gave away vast quantities of land to the farmers that wanted it for the purpose of farming it. He took the rest of his men west to cross the Rappanhannock and Rapidan Rivers to flank Lees men. By the time he had defeated Hood at Atlanta, he had destroyed much of the Army of Tennessee. He speaks about the events which lead up to the war, and his analyses of them. The Civil War by Catton, Bruce AU $7.80 Free postage The Centennial History of the Civil War by Bruce Catton Vol I, II, III Set of 3 AU $10.91 + AU $13.91 postage THE CIVIL WAR by Bruce Catton AU $7.80 + AU $5.45 postage The Centennial History of the Civil War by Bruce Catton Vol I, II, III Set of 3 AU $42.14 Free postage Picture Information vividly traces one of the most moving chapters in American history, from the early division between the North and the South to the final surrender of Confederate troops. Chapter Eleven: I thought it was really cool how they waited until after the Battle of Antietam to give the address. Chapter 9 discusses the Battle at Chancellorsville between Lee and Hooker. (LogOut/ I was surprised that both North and South didnt take threats of war seriously. 14 Lincoln us two strategies. (I will read Shelby Foote's trilogy for the full account.) you are now cleared to comment. I think this is still relevant today, to an extent. Among these three battle were, the Battle of Atlanta, when Sherman defeated hood and took Atlanta, the Battle of Mobile Bay, and when Sheridan was victorious over Early in Shenandoah Valley. Because they could not get cotton from the South, the North had to turn to other industries such as the leather industry. The last hammer stroke came with Sheridans victory in the Shenandoah Valley against Early. . Hooker had split his army into three parts in an attempt to distract and trap Lee. Excellent overview of The Civil War. This navy yard was in a pro-Confederate community and was quickly seized by the Confederates. 1. If they had proposed it in 1863 then France and Great Britain would have most likely accepted it. The army of the Potomac was in Virginia and was led by Major General Ambrose E. Burnside. Douglass main goal was to end the argument over slavery; however, too many people were so passionate over the issue. There were several reasons for the different and ultimately disaventageous attitude of the Civil war soldier: officers were either elected by the soldiers themselves or appointed by politicians for political reasons, the generals usually were uneducated and apathetic about his subordinates, and the generals did not give the sodliers enough training. Free returns are available for the shipping address you chose. The Union Army also controlled the Cumberland and Tennessee Rivers at this point. Chapter Nine: What role did they play in the Confederate victory? This meant giving up slavery which was a big part of their life. After assassinating Lincoln, Booth flees to the South thinking he will be fine down there, but in the end he gets captured. After the Union loss at the battle of Bull Run, McClellan replaced McDowell as the leader of the Union armies. They look great on your side table too! What impact did they have on the outcome of the war? Together this is a great set for the history buff! ISBN13: 9781299195578 California by Bruce Catton See Customer Reviews Select Format Hardcover $5.59 Paperback $4.09 - $4.79 Mass Market Paperback $3.99 - $5.79 Select Condition Like New -- Very Good $4.79 Good $4.29 Acceptable $4.09 New Unavailable See All 8 Editions from $3.99 Selected Format: Paperback Condition: Very Good $4.79 Save $ 5.19! I highly recommend this to people who are just beginning to learn about the war, or to teenagers. Confederate soldiers had the advantage because they could drive horses and shoot guns. What changes were made? Bragg made a mistake by dividing his army causing his force to be outnumbered against some of the greatest generals. Bragg took his force and dug in along the slopes rather than the crest of Lookout Mountain. In military logic, the armies would be expected to first GAIN the supplies needed, then proceed with battle. How did he trick the South in supporting this goal? The army of the Cumberland was mostly in Tennessee and was led by William S. Rosecrans. Wanting to get a nice, easy, and quick summary of The Civil War without getting bogged down in the minutiae details, I chose to read Catton's book. Had the Yankees keept their noses in their on business the war would not have happened. It was Grant who changed the strategy to all out war and destroying the Confederate armies when he was appointed in command of all Union armies by Lincoln. However, the Federals were sending two armies at two different times so Johnstons figured his only hope was to attack Grants army before Buells arrived. This opened up a huge industry for making things like uniforms, boots, ammunition, wagons and steamboats. Free shipping for many products! Shelby Foote writes with an irony reflecting the human forbles, the immense dark comedic tragedy that was the Civil War. # 3. The problem with this blockade was that the US Navy couldnt really inforce it very well. ", Preeminent Civil War historian Bruce Catton's. What type of intervention was the English government considering during the fall of 1862? I believe that part of the reason they were so different is because the south did not need to be industrial because of the existence of slavery. Chapter 3 The hull was cut down and slanting sides were built onto the top of the ship with room for ten guns. 4. According to Catton, what role did slavery play as a cause of the Civil War? FREE Standard shipping on all items. This tension on the slavery issue led to many problems. BP. "Everything we have come to expect from Catton: scholarly, judicious, clear and unfailingly interesting." They realized they were between the armies of Buell and Grant, and realized they had to strike one early to make victory possible. Donnelson was a considerably tougher battle to win. In addition, Confederate soldiers had to bring their own horses to ride in the cavalry, which proved to be a disadvantage if a horse was killed (meaning you would have to go back home and get another horse). The north and the south had differences that could not be ignored, and there came a point where neither could stand it anymore. Beauregard. I would have thought Hoods ideas were more logic, but his army failed while Shermans succeeded. Chapter 9: Introduced by the critically acclaimed Civil War historian James M. McPherson. Covers all aspects of the Civil War from pre-war to post-war. Later he would almost relieve one of his greatest officers General George Thomas, The Rock of Chickamauga from command of the Army of the Tennessee because Grant was freaking out with impatience near the end of the war. I think the passing of the Kansas-Nebraska Act was one of the huge contributing factors to the start of the war. Chapter 12: Military logic was not going to be controlling in this war, states Catton, because of all the violent political contest. The last army was the Army of Tennessee led by Grant. The North and South didnt take each other seriously because they thought the other side was only making threats so that they would get what they wanted. I hope you are enjoying the book. Chapter 2: How did William Tecumseh Sherman amend Union military strategy by leading his army on the march from Atlanta to Savannah? Bull Run was the first example that a defensive battle is easier to win, but it would not have been possible at all without Johnstons escape to Manassas. 4. The first way was cutting a canal across the hairpin turn in the Mississippi River but the Mississippi just would not flow through the canal. Chapter Fifteen: The Confederates had won the battle and Lee was gaining respect as a top tier general. After the battle of Fort Sumter neither side was prepared for war because neither side really thought it was going to happen at first and both sides were poorly prepared. My father had the Science Series, which I absolutely adored, and my grandparents thought that I would fall similarly in love with the Civil War series. Fought at the same time in early July, 1863, the Battle of Gettysburg and Battle of Vicksburg broke the back of the Confederacy. You could have also mentioned the mainstream expansion of the abolitionist movement resulting from Uncle Toms Cabin. The Union army retreated to Chattanooga and settled in for a siege. Sherman was given command of the West. McDowell eventually sounded the retreat. I think this book was so influential because it gave Northerners a literal view of slavery. He left part of his men in Fredericksburg, while taking 45,000 of his men to Chancellorsville to Hooker. Lincolns Emancipation Proclamation said that all slaves in the states that seceded from the Union were free, making the Civil war about slavery. The Army of the Cumberland was led by Willian S. Rosecrans. Chapter 8: Though Davis was surrounded by good men, such as Judah P. Benjamin and Stephen Mallory. Ch. Bragg attacked Rosecrans; and, as the Army of the Cumberland was retreating to Chattanooga, Bragg entrenched his men on high ground in a crescent to trap the Union army. Ch. The North couldnt be successful until the sail boats were replaced with iron clad boats. Ch 3 3. Who was in command of the Army of the Cumberland at the Battle of Stones River? Seward filed a protest against the occupation and Napoleon withdrew. So, I guess I shouldn't have been surprised that this good, solid overview of the conflict does not go much into the details of the numerous battles - even Gettysburg. It has been pointed out to me that I told you I would give you until January 13 to take the quiz. The South was full of Scotch-Irish who were good hunters and always ready to fight which made them good soldiers. The publication data are somewhat confusing: Goodreads says this book dates from 1960, the e-book I read via Kobo had 2014 as the only date among its scant bibliographical information. Great narratives explaining the mindset of the Union generals. I highly recommend this to people who are just beginning to learn about the war, or to teenagers. McDowell planned on attacking a much inferior army numerically. The Civil War Summary The Civil War by Bruce Catton. A good reference for the Union Armies but very weak on the other side. Yet it shows the economic, political, and individual actions, thoughts, and destructions, this novel also shares the military side of the war. BP. Patterson was keeping pressure on Johnston to make sure that his troops could not escape to help Beauregard. With 80,000 men, Grant was to secure the western third of TN, take Vicksburg, and link up forces in New Orleans and Baton Rouge. These armies added up to about 100,000 men. This book is a fast-moving, dramatic narrative. 4. For a quick read of the Civil War, Catton is a good introduction into the topic. It is strange to me that such little consideration was given to threats of secession back then in comparison to what a threat like that would be met with today. In the Shenandoah Valley, Johnston had feigned an offensive and sent Patterson into a sense of preparation for an attack. Lincoln was a republician running against democrat. The cavalry of the South was clearly dominant at the beginning of the war. It lacks the detail and complexity of Shelby Foote's history or even Bruce Catton's second trilogy. # 4. Also, many people in the Confederacy had their own horses they could provide for the war while the North had to buy horses to supply the cavalry. 1. I must have confused it with another communication from you. After negotiations, Sherman gives more to the South than they actually deserved. The Confederate soldiers would deposit all weapons at their state capitals and sign a pledge not to take up arms again. Hood attepets to force sherman out of the south, but fails. The South could of gotten more weapons but they had stopped shipping cotton to England in hopes of making them join in on the war. 1. This campaign was risky because it went against what the Union army had been doing the whole war. The Union on Trial XIII. In chapter 16 Hood realizes Sherman must be forced out of the South. Although not the most comprehensive book on the subject, Catton is perfect for war buffs and the curious in equal measure. The bloackade runners were transporters for the Confederates and Britain. A contemporary of Catton's, T. Harry Williams, was a renowned Civil War scholar and a strong proponent of Grant. Even though Atlanta was not the objective, Sherman did it anyway on his quest to destroy Johnstons army. All together, Sherman had over 100,000 soldiers. In spite of all that McDowell did, he was forced to move because his troops did not see the need for discipline and the war cry Forward to Richmond! was too compelling. He constructed a new plan to go east to Fredricksburg, cross the Rappahannock, force Lee to battle between Fredricksburg and Richmond, then toward the Confederate Capital. The main reason for this was the background of a Confederate soldier. Chapter Three: 3. It looks like WhatsApp is not installed on your phone. Reads like a novel, not like dry history. Catton has written many books on the war and this book is a simple, straightforward account. One interesting strategy of the Union army was the decision of Sherman to completely ignore Confederate armies and make a direct march from Atlanta to Savannah destroying everything in his path. The Politicians and Slavery X. 8 3. This failed, and shortly Hoods Army of the TN was nothing more than a ghost of a memory. Without these three victories which rose the spirits of the Northerners, Lincoln probably would not have been re-elected and the next President probably would have ended the war. Reflections On The Civil War, by Bruce Catton, edited by John Leekley As someone who grew up greatly appreciating Bruce Catton's historiography on the Civil War, I consider it a shame that he died before I had the chance to get to know him at all personally and write him fan mail as a child Ch. Excellent job Chessa. 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