Destroyer of the Iron Horse: General Joseph E. Johnston and Confederate Rail Transport, 1861-1865In support of the recent thesis that Civil War historians and military critics have over estimated the abilities of Confederate generals as compared to Northern commanders, this study reveals serious deficiencies in logistical command exhibited by high ranking rebel generals. Lash argues that Johnston's failure to effectively use the South's railroads seriously damaged the Confederate effort. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR |
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Paralysis and Conflict in the West | 41 |
Politics Logistics and Supply in Georgia | 104 |
Chaos and Capitulation in North Carolina | 153 |
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