Illustrated with contemporary photographs, artwork of uniforms, and equipment, this volume also features among others the uniforms and personal memorabilia of Generals Lee, Grant, Meade, and Jackson. Includes some of the lesser thought of, but essential personnel including the commanders's staff which would often include an adjunct, surgeon, quartermaster, Chaplain, a commissary officer, engineering officers, provost marshal, medical officers, etc.

Maps on lining papers. "A Salamander book"--T.p. verso.

The "old Army" -- Officers & gentlemen -- Under the marquee -- The test of leadership -- The Armies they led -- Classrooms of conflict -- Leaders at sea -- A thousand generals -- They also served -- Officers behind bars -- That special dash -- Peace makers for posterity.