General Phil Sheridan And The Union Cavalry

Philip Henry Sheridan was one of the greatest Union generals of the War between the States. Yet, before this brilliant leader was able to win battles, he had to win a victory over himself. Young Phil was a headstrong and willful youngster whose solution to all of boyhood's difficulties was to attack with his fists. Resolved to gain self-control, Sheridan rose in stature as a careful, deliberate strategist as well as a fearless, daring fighter. This is a story filled with the drama, sights, and sounds of the war that restored the Union. But more than that, it is a colorful picture of a captivating personality, who became known as the last of the great American cavalry men.

Author: Milton Lomask

Publisher: Hillside Education

Publication Date: Jun 05, 2016

Number of Pages: 126 pages

Language: English

Binding: Paperback/Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN-10: 0997664703

ISBN-13: 9780997664706