Includes bibliographical references (p. 32) and index.
Contents:
The winning General at Gettysburg -- Born in Spain -- Different schools -- West Point -- In the Army -- Off to Florida -- Sick and tired -- Working on the railroad -- A married man -- Planning lighthouses -- The Civil War -- Taking charge -- Victory at Gettysburg -- Important dates to remember.
Summary:
Profiles the life and military career of George Meade who is famous for winning the most important battle of the Civil War, the Battle of Gettsburg.
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