Journey through one of the most tumultuous years in American history. This compelling narrative unveils the significant battles that shaped the course of the Civil War, marking 1862 as a year of both despair and determination.
Delve into the strategic maneuvers and human stories behind landmark clashes like the Battle of Shiloh, where the roar of cannons echoed the nation's divided soul. Vivid storytelling brings to life the Battle of Antietam, the single bloodiest day in American military history, and reveals the crucial decisions at Fredericksburg that influenced the war's trajectory.
Each chapter is a tapestry of bravery, strategy, and sacrifice. Explore not only the military tactics but also the political and social undercurrents that influenced these battles. The reader is transported to the heart of 1862, experiencing the fear, hope, and resolve of soldiers and commanders who shaped a nation's destiny.
Featuring the battles:
Battle of Mill Springs
Battle of Fort Henry
Battle of Roanoke Island
Battle of Fort Donelson
Battle of Valverde
Battle of Island Number Ten
Battle of Pea Ridge
Battle of Hampton Roads
Battle of New Bern
First Battle of Kernstown
Battle of Shiloh
Siege of Fort Pulaski
Capture of New Orleans
Battle of Corinth
Battle of Drewry's Bluff
Battle of Front Royal
Battle of Seven Pines
Seven Days Battles
Battle of Cedar Mountain
Second Battle of Bull Run
Battle of Harpers Ferry
Battle of South Mountain
Battle of Antietam
Battle of Shepherdstown
Battle of Perryville
Battle of Fredericksburg
Battle of Stones River