HELL BY THE ACRE: A Narrative History of the Stones River Campaign, November 1862-January 1863

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Explores the pivotal Stones River Campaign of 1862-1863, detailing the intense battles and firsthand accounts that turned the tide for the Union Army. Examines strategy, tactics, and high-level command decisions while also presenting the view from the soldiers who fought the battle. Uses hundreds of archival and first-hand accounts, many of which have never been published, sheds significant new light on the experiences of the front-line troops. Contains 42 images and 17 maps.