General Phil Sheridan and the Union Cavalry

Philip Henry Sheridan was one of the greatest Union generals of the War between the States. Yet, before this brilliant leader was able to win battles, he had to win a victory over himself. Young Phil was a headstrong and willful youngster whose solution to all of boyhood's difficulties was to attack with his fists. Resolved to gain self-control, Sheridan rose in stature as a careful, deliberate strategist as well as a fearless, daring fighter. This is a story filled with the drama, sights, and sounds of the war that restored the Union. But more than that, it is a colorful picture of a captivating personality, who became known as the last of the great American cavalry men.

Author: Milton Lomask
Publisher: Hillside Education
Published: 06/05/2016
Pages: 126
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.34lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.27d
ISBN: 9780997664706