The American Civil War and the Origins of Modern Warfare: Ideas, Organization, and Field Command

. . . a major contribution to our knowledge of the place of the Civil War in the history of warfare. . . . I have long hoped for a sound history of Civil War military staffs . . . I need hope no more; Hagerman has covered this subject also, with the same assured expertness that he gives to tactics and technology. --Russell F. Weigley

. . . this fine book deserves a place on the shelves of all military historians in this country and abroad. --American Historical Review

. . . a first rate book . . . impressive . . . an imposing work . . . --Journal of American History

This book is filled with enlightening information. . . . ought to be a standard for many years to come and should be required reading for any serious Civil War military historian. --Journal of Southern History

Author: Edward Hagerman
Publisher: Indiana University Press
Published: 09/22/1992
Pages: 384
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.40lbs
Size: 9.10h x 6.10w x 1.10d
ISBN: 9780253207159

Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 07/06/1992