Colonel John Pelham: Lee's Boy Artillerist - Hardcover

by William Woods Hassler (Author), Sidney E. King (Illustrator)

""Colonel John Pelham: Lee's Boy Artillerist"" by William Woods Hassler is a biography of one of the most celebrated soldiers of the American Civil War. John Pelham was a young man from Alabama who joined the Confederate Army at the outbreak of war and quickly rose through the ranks to become a colonel. He was known for his skill as an artillery officer and was often called ""Lee's boy artillerist"" due to his close relationship with General Robert E. Lee.The book tells the story of Pelham's life, from his childhood in Alabama to his time at West Point and his service in the Confederate Army. It details his many battles, including the Battle of Fredericksburg and the Battle of Chancellorsville, where he played a key role in securing Confederate victories.The book also explores Pelham's personal life, including his relationships with his family and friends, as well as his love for poetry and music. It delves into his character and personality, painting a portrait of a brave and dedicated soldier who was loved and respected by his comrades.Overall, ""Colonel John Pelham: Lee's Boy Artillerist"" is a fascinating and well-researched biography of a remarkable man who played a significant role in the Civil War. It offers insights into the life and times of the Confederate Army and sheds light on the experiences of soldiers on both sides of the conflict.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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Originally published in 1960, this classic biography tells the story of one of the Confederacy's youngest heroes. On seeing the artillerist in action at Fredericksburg, Robert E. Lee exclaimed, 'It is glorious to see such courage in one so young.' And according to Stonewall Jackson, 'With a Pelham on each flank I believe I could whip the world.' Shortly after the outbreak of hostilities in 1861, Cadet Pelham left West Point to join the Confederate forces.