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The Battle of Atlanta / and Other Campaigns, Addresses, Etc.

By Grenville Mellen Dodge
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A collection of first-hand military narratives, letters, and public addresses recounting campaigns in the western theater during the civil conflict, combining detailed battle descriptions with operational and tactical observations. The pieces range from campaign reports and personal correspondence to reflections on engagements with Indigenous peoples, discussions of engineering and logistics such as pontoon bridges and block-houses, and commemorative remarks about fellow officers. Anecdotal incidents and illustrative sketches accompany assessments of command decisions, troop movements, and the hardships of campaign life, producing a varied portrait of wartime service and soldierly memory.

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Grenville Mellen Dodge

Grenville Mellen Dodge was a prominent American civil engineer and Union general during the American Civil War. He is best known for his strategic contributions to military campaigns, particularly in the Western Theater. After the war, Dodge became involved in railroad construction and played a significant role in the development of the transcontinental railroad. His notable work, "The Battle of Atlanta / and Other Campaigns, Addresses, Etc.," reflects his experiences and insights from the battlefield, offering a unique perspective on military strategy and leadership. Dodge's legacy extends beyond his military service, as he also contributed to the fields of engineering and infrastructure.

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