"Plenty of Blame to Go Around"

[william42]

Here's a new book out exploring the consequences and of JEB Stuart's actions before and during the battle of Gettysburg. Click on the link for the full review.

While a lot of ink has been spilled over this question through the years, few commentaries have attempted an in-depth examination of all the ramifications involved. Now, 143 years after the fact, Eric J. Wittenberg and J. David Petruzzi have collaborated to write "Plenty of Blame to Go Around: Jeb Stuart's Controversial Ride to Gettysburg."

Stuart was an easy target for culpability. The cavalry commander's separation from the main army subsequently led to complaints that Lee was unable to formulate effective strategy and tactics without the cavalry that served as his "eyes and ears." The essence of these charges was that the "vainglorious" Stuart left Lee in the lurch by going off on a headline-producing joy ride to restore his image after being surprised and embarrassed by Yankee cavalry at Brandy Station early in the campaign.

http://washingtontimes.com/civilwar/20061006-084936-8349r.htm


Terry

[samgrant]

5 starts on Amazon reviews! I'll wait till the used prices come down.

[mobile_96]

Originally Posted by samgrant

5 starts on Amazon reviews! I'll wait till the used prices come down.

Might be a little wait. 1st edition was sold out in 1 week. At the printers now
for a 2nd edition.