Publisher's Synopsis
Incidents and Anecdotes of the Civil War is a historical account of the American Civil War, written by David Dixon Porter and originally published in 1885. Porter was a Union Navy admiral who played a significant role in several key battles during the war, and his book offers a unique perspective on the conflict from a naval standpoint.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the war. Porter covers topics such as the blockade of Southern ports, the capture of New Orleans, the Battle of Vicksburg, and the fall of Richmond. He also includes anecdotes about various individuals involved in the war, including Abraham Lincoln, Ulysses S. Grant, and Robert E. Lee.Throughout the book, Porter emphasizes the importance of the Union Navy in securing victory for the North. He describes the challenges faced by naval officers and sailors, including the danger of Confederate mines and torpedoes, and the difficulty of maintaining blockades in the face of Southern resistance.Overall, Incidents and Anecdotes of the Civil War is a fascinating and informative account of one of the most significant events in American history. Porter's firsthand experience and engaging writing style make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the Civil War or naval 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.
