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000 lives and seared the American mind and soul for a century thereafter

These metal monstrosities dueled in the morning

and served with Lee’s Army of Northern Virginia for its entire existence

General Lee’s Immortals also includes scores of rare photos—many of which were previously unpublished—all of which enhance this well-written and engrossing account

Battle of Peach Tree Creek trucker hat 000 lives and seared theby Earl J. Hess On July 20, 1864, the Civil War struggle for Atlanta reached a pivotal moment. As William T. Sherman's Union forces came ever nearer the city, the defending Confederate Army of Tennessee replaced its commanding general, removing Joseph E. Johnston and elevating John Bell Hood. This decision stunned and demoralized Confederate troops just when Hood was compelled to take the offensive against the approaching Federals. Attacking northward