Richmond Redeemed Seige at Petersburg

Richmond Redeemed Seige at Petersburg by Richard J Sommers,1981, 1st Edition, Ex Libris, Dust Jacket in good condition. An award winning book conveying the narrative of crucial military operations in early 1864 – This monumental book focuses on Grant’s Fifth Offensive (September 29 – October 2, 1864), primarily the Battles of Chaffin’s Bluff (Fort Harrison) and Poplar Spring Church (Peebles’ Farm). This book provides a great narrative of opportunities gained and lost, courageous attacks and desperate defense, bravery by Union and Confederate soldiers from 28 states, Maine to Texas. Fighting by four Black brigades which earned their soldiers thirteen Medals of Honor and marked Chaffin’s Bluff as the biggest, bloodiest battle for Blacks in the whole Civil War. Dr. Sommers provides analysis of the generalship of Ulysses S. Grant, Robert E. Lee, and their senior subordinates, Benjamin Butler, George G. Meade, Richard S. Ewell, and A. P. Hill. You can expect maps, photos, biography and index – this is the perfect book for any Civil War buff.