General Nathaniel Lyon And Missouri In 1861

""General Nathaniel Lyon and Missouri in 1861: A Monograph of the Great Rebellion"" is a historical account of the events that took place in Missouri during the American Civil War. The book is written by James Peckham and focuses on the role of General Nathaniel Lyon, who was a key figure in the Union Army's efforts to maintain control of Missouri.The book begins by providing a detailed background of the political and social climate in Missouri leading up to the outbreak of the Civil War. It then goes on to describe Lyon's actions and strategies as he attempted to prevent Missouri from seceding from the Union.Throughout the book, Peckham provides a comprehensive overview of the battles and skirmishes that took place in Missouri during the early years of the Civil War. He also delves into the political and social factors that contributed to the state's divided loyalties and the challenges that Lyon faced in his efforts to maintain order.Overall, ""General Nathaniel Lyon and Missouri in 1861"" is a well-researched and detailed account of a pivotal moment in American history. It provides a valuable perspective on the events that shaped the Civil War and the role that individuals like Lyon played in shaping the outcome of the conflict.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.