An Aide De Camp of Robert E. Lee - Paperback

by Major General Frederick Maurice (Editor)

""An Aide De Camp of Robert E. Lee"" is a historical memoir written by Major General Sir Frederick Maurice. The book details the author's experiences serving as an aide de camp to Confederate General Robert E. Lee during the American Civil War. The memoir provides insight into Lee's leadership style, military strategies, and personal character. Maurice recounts his observations of Lee's interactions with his troops, his relationships with other generals, and his experiences during key battles such as Gettysburg and Appomattox. The book also includes personal anecdotes and reflections on the author's own military career. Overall, ""An Aide De Camp of Robert E. Lee"" offers a unique perspective on one of the most significant military leaders in American history.1927. With Illustrations. Being the papers of Colonel Charles Marshall sometime aide-de-camp, military secretary, and Assistant Adjutant General on the staff of Robert E. Lee, 1862 to 1865. Contents: Preparation for War in the Confederacy; General Lee Attempts Reforms; General Lee's Military Policy; The Seven Days (a) Beaver Dam and Gaines's Mill; The Seven Days (b) White Oak Swamp to Malvern Hill; The Campaign Against Pope; The Maryland Campaign; Chancellorsville; The Gettysburg Campaign (a) The Object of the Campaign; The Gettysburg Campaign (b) The Invasion of Pennsylvania; The Gettysburg Campaign (c) The Battle; and Appomattox-Colonel Marshall's Story of the Surrender.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.