East Tennessee And The Civil War (1899)

East Tennessee and the Civil War is a historical book written by Oliver Perry Temple in 1899. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the events that took place in East Tennessee during the American Civil War. It covers the period from the secession of Tennessee in 1861 to the end of the war in 1865. The book examines the political, social, and economic factors that led to the secession of Tennessee and the subsequent division of the state. It also explores the role of East Tennessee in the war, including the battles that were fought in the region and the impact of the war on the local population. Temple provides a detailed account of the various military campaigns that took place in East Tennessee, including the Battle of Chickamauga and the Siege of Knoxville. He also discusses the role of notable figures such as William G. Brownlow, a prominent Unionist politician in Tennessee, and John C. Pemberton, a Confederate general who played a key role in the Battle of Chickamauga. Overall, East Tennessee and the Civil War is a comprehensive study of the Civil War in East Tennessee, providing readers with a detailed understanding of the region's history during this turbulent period.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.