Life Of General Nathan Bedford Forrest

The ""Life Of General Nathan Bedford Forrest"" is a biography written by John Allan Wyeth that details the life and military career of the controversial Confederate general. The book covers Forrest's early years as a slave trader and plantation owner, his rise to prominence as a cavalry commander during the American Civil War, and his post-war activities as a businessman and political figure in the South. The author provides a detailed account of Forrest's military tactics and strategies, including his famous victories at the battles of Fort Pillow and Brice's Crossroads. The book also explores the darker aspects of Forrest's legacy, including his association with the Ku Klux Klan and his role in the massacre of black Union soldiers at Fort Pillow. Overall, ""Life Of General Nathan Bedford Forrest"" offers a comprehensive and nuanced portrait of one of the most controversial figures in American military history.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.