Publisher's Synopsis
The Passage of Thoroughfare Gap and the Assembling of Lee's Army for the Second Battle of Manassas is a historical book written by John Cussons and published in 1906. The book focuses on the events leading up to the Second Battle of Manassas during the American Civil War. Specifically, it examines the strategic importance of Thoroughfare Gap, a narrow pass in the Blue Ridge Mountains that served as a key transportation route for troops and supplies.Cussons provides a detailed account of the movements of both Union and Confederate forces as they tried to gain control of Thoroughfare Gap and secure their positions for the upcoming battle. He also delves into the personalities and tactics of the commanders on both sides, including General Robert E. Lee and General John Pope.The book is well-researched and includes a wealth of primary source material, including letters, diaries, and official reports from the time period. It is written in a clear and engaging style that makes it accessible to both casual readers and serious scholars of Civil War history.Overall, The Passage of Thoroughfare Gap and the Assembling of Lee's Army for the Second Battle of Manassas is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the military history of the Civil War, particularly the events leading up to one of its most important battles.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.
