The Battle of Spotsylvania Court House
Cannons and Courage: The Stories Behind the American Civil War's Major Battles, Book 9
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The American Civil War stands as one of the defining moments in the history of the United States. Fought between the Northern states, known as the Union, and the Southern states, known as the Confederacy, the war was a profound struggle for the preservation of the Union and the abolition of slavery. Lasting from 1861 to 1865, it claimed the lives of over 600,000 Americans and forever altered the nation's trajectory.
In the pantheon of significant battles during the Civil War, the Battle of Spotsylvania Court House holds a special place. Taking place from May 8 to May 21, 1864, in Spotsylvania County, Virginia, this brutal engagement pitted the forces of Union General Ulysses S. Grant against Confederate General Robert E. Lee. The battle would become a turning point in the war, marked by intense fighting, tactical innovations, and a grim determination to achieve victory at any cost.
The importance of the Battle of Spotsylvania Court House cannot be understated. It was a critical juncture in the larger conflict, serving as a fulcrum upon which the fate of the nation teetered. This battle emerged as a crucible where the mettle of the opposing armies and their commanders was tested, pushing the limits of military strategy and tactics. The outcome of this struggle would reverberate through the subsequent course of events and shape the war's trajectory.
The Battle of Spotsylvania Court House was a pivotal moment in the American Civil War, signaling a shift in strategy and setting the stage for the relentless pursuit of victory by General Ulysses S. Grant. This battle, characterized by its brutality and tactical innovations, not only showcased the resolve of the Union forces but also exposed the resilience of the Confederate Army under the leadership of General Robert E. Lee. Moreover, the battle's impact extended beyond its immediate aftermath, altering the dynamics of the war and paving the way for the eventual Union triumph.
This book delves into the depths of the Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, unraveling the events that led to this significant clash and examining its consequences. It will provide a comprehensive account of the battle, shedding light on the strategies, tactics, and the sacrifices made by both sides. By exploring the struggles faced by the soldiers on the front lines, the decisions made by the commanding officers, and the societal implications of this protracted conflict, we aim to paint a vivid picture of this crucial turning point in the American Civil War.
Throughout the following chapters, we will traverse the battlefields, maneuver through the trenches, and encounter the heroes and casualties of this brutal struggle. From the opening skirmishes to the decisive moments at the "Bloody Angle," we will examine the intricate details of the battle, the stalemate that ensued, and the lasting consequences that reverberated across the nation.
By delving into the Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, we can gain a deeper understanding of the pivotal moments that shaped the outcome of the Civil War. This battle serves as a testament to the endurance, valor, and sacrifice exhibited by the soldiers on both sides, as well as the strategic decisions and innovations that influenced the course of the conflict.
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Revised and updated to reflect recent Russian and Western scholarship on the subject, this new edition maintains the 1995 original's distinction as a crucial volume in the history of World War II and of the Soviet Union and the most informed and compelling perspective on one of the greatest military confrontations of all time.
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The largest conflict in human history
- By Eddie on 05-15-22
By: David M. Glantz, and others
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Three Armies on the Somme
- The First Battle of the Twentieth Century
- By: William Philpott
- Narrated by: James Adams
- Length: 26 hrs and 29 mins
- Unabridged
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On July 1, 1916, British and French forces launched the first attack on the German armies lined up along the Somme in what was to become the defining battle of World War I. To this day, July 1 is often remembered for being the bloodiest day in British military history. Indeed, the British suffered some 62,000 casualties in that one day of fighting alone. As gruesome as that statistic is, it's just one of the many dark legacies left by the Somme Offensive.
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An insightful and exhaustive analysis of the Somme
- By Anthony on 06-07-12
By: William Philpott
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Instrument of War
- The German Army 1914-18
- By: Dennis E. Showalter
- Narrated by: Julian Elfer
- Length: 10 hrs and 44 mins
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Drawing on more than a half-century of research and teaching, Dennis Showalter presents a fresh perspective on the German Army during World War I. Showalter surveys an army at the heart of a national identity, driven by - yet also defeated by - warfare in the modern age, that struggled to capitalize on its victories, and ultimately forgot the lessons of its defeat.
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German Side Of WW1
- By David A on 06-21-18
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The Battle of the Somme: A Captivating Guide to One of the Most Devastating Events of the First World War That Took Place on the Western Front
- By: Captivating History
- Narrated by: Colin Fluxman
- Length: 1 hr and 32 mins
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The Battle of the Somme was a significant battle for all those who took part, but it was especially important for the British because it was the first time in World War One that they were forced to shoulder the main responsibility for an offensive, and they did not have enough time to fully prepare for the assault.
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tragic tale told by a master.
- By WalterZamora on 09-05-19
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Armies of Sand
- The Past, Present, and Future of Arab Military Effectiveness
- By: Kenneth M. Pollack
- Narrated by: David de Vries
- Length: 24 hrs and 15 mins
- Unabridged
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Since the Second World War, Arab armed forces have consistently punched below their weight. They have lost many wars that by all rights they should have won, and in their best performances only ever achieved quite modest accomplishments. Over time, soldiers, scholars, and military experts have offered various explanations for this pattern.
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A Very Worthwhile Listen
- By Michael on 08-28-19
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War of Attrition
- Fighting the First World War
- By: William Philpott
- Narrated by: Derek Perkins
- Length: 17 hrs and 50 mins
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The Great War of 1914-1918 was the first mass conflict to fully mobilize the resources of industrial powers against one another, resulting in a brutal, bloody, protracted war of attrition between the world's great economies. Now, 100 years after the first guns of August rang out on the Western front, historian William Philpott reexamines the causes and lingering effects of the first truly modern war.
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Confusing and disorganized
- By BMC on 08-05-14
By: William Philpott
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The Cambridge History of Warfare
- By: Geoffrey Parker
- Narrated by: Andrew Cullum
- Length: 21 hrs and 29 mins
- Unabridged
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The new edition of The Cambridge History of Warfare, written and updated by a team of eight distinguished military historians, examines how war was waged by Western powers across a sweeping timeframe beginning with classical Greece and Rome, moving through the Middle Ages and the early modern period, down to the wars of the 21st century in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Syria.
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Too anglocentric
- By A. Siegel on 10-27-22
By: Geoffrey Parker
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A Savage War
- A Military History of the Civil War
- By: Wayne Wei-siang Hsieh, Williamson Murray
- Narrated by: Mike Chamberlain
- Length: 24 hrs and 1 min
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The Civil War represented a momentous change in the character of war. It combined the projection of military might across a continent on a scale never before seen with an unprecedented mass mobilization of peoples. Yet despite the revolutionizing aspects of the Civil War, its leaders faced the same uncertainties that have vexed combatants since the days of Thucydides and the Peloponnesian War.
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A Book about Conclusions
- By Terry Masters on 10-18-17
By: Wayne Wei-siang Hsieh, and others
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The Art of War
- By: Sun Tzu
- Narrated by: Aidan Gillen
- Length: 1 hr and 7 mins
- Unabridged
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The 13 chapters of The Art of War, each devoted to one aspect of warfare, were compiled by the high-ranking Chinese military general, strategist, and philosopher Sun-Tzu. In spite of its battlefield specificity, The Art of War has found new life in the modern age, with leaders in fields as wide and far-reaching as world politics, human psychology, and corporate strategy finding valuable insight in its timeworn words.
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The actual book The Art of War, not a commentary
- By Fred271 on 12-31-19
By: Sun Tzu
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Hitler's Soldiers
- The German Army in the Third Reich
- By: Ben H. Shepherd
- Narrated by: Michael Page
- Length: 26 hrs and 38 mins
- Unabridged
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For decades after 1945, it was generally believed that the German army, professional and morally decent, had largely stood apart from the SS, Gestapo, and other corps of the Nazi machine. Ben Shepherd draws on a wealth of primary sources and recent scholarship to convey a much darker, more complex picture. For the first time, the German army is examined throughout the Second World War, across all combat theaters and occupied regions, and from multiple perspectives: its battle performance, social composition, relationship with the Nazi state, and involvement in war crimes and occupation.
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Thorough and scholarly
- By Mary A. on 03-23-18
By: Ben H. Shepherd
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Kiev 1941
- Hitler's Battle for Supremacy in the East
- By: David Stahel
- Narrated by: Matthew Waterson
- Length: 14 hrs and 1 min
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In just four weeks in the summer of 1941 the German Wehrmacht wrought unprecedented destruction on four Soviet armies, conquering central Ukraine and killing or capturing three quarters of a million men. This was the Battle of Kiev - one of the largest and most decisive battles of World War II and, for Hitler and Stalin, a battle of crucial importance. For the first time, David Stahel charts the battle's dramatic course and aftermath.
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The book you must read on Hitler's War with Russia
- By Kindle Customer on 05-28-19
By: David Stahel
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Deathride
- Hitler vs. Stalin: The Eastern Front, 1941-1945
- By: John Mosier
- Narrated by: Michael Prichard
- Length: 12 hrs and 50 mins
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John Mosier presents a revisionist retelling of the war on the Eastern Front. The conventional wisdom is that Hitler was mad to think he could defeat the USSR, because of its vast size and population, and that the Battle of Stalingrad marked the turning point of the war. Neither statement is accurate, says Mosier; Hitler came very close to winning outright.
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Speaking the un-speakable
- By Jonathan Gardner on 09-27-10
By: John Mosier
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- Amazon Customer
- 07-21-23
Quick overview
I'd never heard of this battle but now I've got to go learn more! Very brief but well written account with excellent narration.
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- S. H. Moore
- 07-06-23
Not very good
Just sort of repeated itself. It doesn’t get very deep. It barely even illustrates the actual battle. Stays EXTREMELY general. Also weridly narrates itself in 3rd person. Sounds like a verbal summary of a syllabus or something. I get it’s only $2.50, but I now regrets I have bought another 3 of these. Audible won’t refund cash purchases now either.
In summary… AVOID.
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