An unlikely hero to the Army of the Potomac, college professor Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain led the 20th Maine Division in all the fiercest battles of the Eastern theatre, winning the Medal of Honor for his heroic leadership at Gettysburg. A brilliant, insightful, must-read for all Civil War buffs. Introduction by James McPherson, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Battle Cry of Freedom. Period artwork, photos, and engravings.

Originally published in 1915 by G. P. Putnam's Sons. New materials copyright 1994. Subtitle on cover: the last campaign of the armies. "With portraits and maps"--T.p. Facsimile of an In Memoriam circular for Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain published by the Military Order of the loyal Legion of the United States is included after the index.

The situation -- The overture -- The White Oak Road -- Five Forks -- The week of Flying Fights -- Appomattox -- The return of the army -- The encampment -- The last review -- Sherman's army -- The disbandment.