The Mississippi River played a decisive role in the American Civil War. The Confederate fortifications that controlled the lower Mississippi valley were put to the test in the lengthy Federal campaign of 1862-63. Vicksburg was a fortress city; known as the "Gibraltar of the Confederacy;" whose capture is often seen as the key to victory in the war. This book explores the fortifications of the river valley; focusing on Vicksburg and its defenses which boasted a network of forts; rifle pits; and cannon embrasures surrounding the city and examining the strengths and weaknesses of the fortifications when under siege. Also examined are numerous other fortified strongholds; including New Orleans; Port Hudson; New Madrid and; forts Henry and Donelson; all lavishly illustrated with full color artwork and cutaways.
2019-01-08Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.75 x 1.00 x 5.50l; .0 #File Name: 178453630X224 pages
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