This gripping account of the Civil War brings to life the experiences of some of the key figures in the conflict. The narrative is based on the personal diaries and memoirs of the captains who fought on both sides, and provides a unique perspective on the strategies, tactics and personalities that shaped the outcome of the war. Wood writes with an engaging style that brings the captains to life and offers readers a compelling narrative that is rich in historical detail.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.