1888 Civil War 1st ed General Sheridan Memoirs Union Army Native Americans RARE

  

Ed General Sheridan Memoirs Union Army Native Americans RARE. When the battle waged hottest, Sheridan was at his best-cool, exact, self-possessed, the dashing and brilliant leader of men willing to follow him anywhere.

A rare, first edition of the Personal Memoirs of P. General Sheridan is often considered to be one of the foremost Union commanders in the United States (Mullins 82). Sheridan writes of his military service in important Civil War battles as well as his role in the Indian raids and battles. He also writes of his role as the commander of the United States army at the end of his career.

These fascinating contents are depicted by the 17 steel engraved plates and 27 maps. Sheridan, General United States Army, in two volumes. Collation: Complete with all pages; 2 volumes.

I - xiii, [1], 500. II - xi, [1], 486. Binding: Leather; tight and secure.

9.25in X 6.25in (23.5cm x 15.5cm). Very rare and desirable luxury leather edition.