Joseph K. F. Mansfield, Brigadier General of the U.S. Army by John Mead Gould

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Author Gould, John Mead, 1839-1930
Title Joseph K. F. Mansfield, Brigadier General of the U.S. Army
A Narrative of Events Connected with His Mortal Wounding at Antietam, Sharpsburg, Maryland, September 17, 1862
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Summary "Joseph K. F. Mansfield, Brigadier General of the U.S. Army" by John Mead Gould is a historical narrative likely written in the late 19th century. This book provides a detailed account of the events surrounding the mortal wounding of General Mansfield during the Battle of Antietam, which took place on September 17, 1862. The narrative serves as both a tribute to the general and an exploration of the confusion and many conflicting claims regarding the exact circumstances of his injury. The book recounts the final moments of General Mansfield's life on the battlefield, emphasizing his leadership and the chaotic conditions of the engagement. Gould, who served in the 10th Maine Volunteers, provides perspective from the ground, detailing how Mansfield directed his troops and the moments leading up to his wounding. As he interacted with his men amid the battle's turmoil, the narrative captures the fog of war, the challenges of identifying the correct location of key events, and the camaraderie of soldiers. It also addresses the confusion that followed Mansfield's injury, noting various accounts from others involved, revealing how memory and perception can distort historical events over time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865)
Subject Mansfield, Joseph K. F. (Joseph King Fenno), 1803-1862
Subject Antietam, Battle of, Md., 1862
Category Text
EBook-No. 32258
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 6, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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