Toward Gettysburg: A Biography of General John F. Reynolds

""Toward Gettysburg: A Biography of General John F. Reynolds"" by Edward J. Nichols is a comprehensive account of the life and military career of one of the most important Union generals during the American Civil War. The book traces Reynolds' life from his childhood in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, to his education at West Point, his service in the Mexican-American War, and his rise through the ranks of the Union Army during the Civil War.The book focuses on Reynolds' role in the lead-up to the Battle of Gettysburg, which was one of the most significant battles of the Civil War. Reynolds played a crucial role in the early stages of the battle, and his death on the first day of the battle was a significant blow to the Union Army.The author provides a detailed and engaging narrative of Reynolds' life, drawing on a wealth of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and official reports. The book also includes numerous maps and illustrations that help to bring the story to life.Overall, ""Toward Gettysburg: A Biography of General John F. Reynolds"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the Civil War or military history more broadly. It provides a fascinating insight into the life of one of the Union's most important generals and sheds new light on the events leading up to the Battle of Gettysburg.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.