Joseph K. F. Mansfield, Brigadier General of the U.S. Army

Explore the life and tragic fate of Joseph K. F. Mansfield in John Mead Gould's "Joseph K. F. Mansfield, Brigadier General of the U.S. Army: A Narrative of Events Connected with His Mortal Wounding at Antietam, Sharpsburg, Maryland, September 17, 1862." This meticulously researched biography delves into the military career of a key figure in the American Civil War, offering a detailed account of the circumstances surrounding Mansfield's death at the Battle of Antietam. A vital resource for students and enthusiasts of Civil War history, this book sheds light on Mansfield's contributions to the U.S. Army and provides valuable insight into the strategic landscape of the Antietam campaign. Gould's narrative presents a compelling portrait of a military leader, capturing the realities of war and the human cost of conflict during one of the nation's most pivotal moments. This historical text provides a lasting record for those interested in the details of this pivotal battle and the life of Joseph K. F. Mansfield.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.