Brig. Gen. William Tatum Wofford's life spanned the greater part of the 19th century. He managed to be a part of most of the momentous issues that shaped Georgia history in that era. From the Mexican War in 1847-48 to the famous Georgia Constitutional Convention of 1877, Wofford left an indelible impression among his contemporaries. In the state legislature and in the Confederate military, he knew well the likes of Robert Toombs, A R Lawton, the Cobb brothers, Joseph E Brown, the Stephens brothers, James Longstreet, Robert ...
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Brig. Gen. William Tatum Wofford's life spanned the greater part of the 19th century. He managed to be a part of most of the momentous issues that shaped Georgia history in that era. From the Mexican War in 1847-48 to the famous Georgia Constitutional Convention of 1877, Wofford left an indelible impression among his contemporaries. In the state legislature and in the Confederate military, he knew well the likes of Robert Toombs, A R Lawton, the Cobb brothers, Joseph E Brown, the Stephens brothers, James Longstreet, Robert E Lee, and Jefferson Davis. Even when they disagreed with him on political or military matters, these men were impressed with his probity, generosity, and high-mindedness. This book is the only existing biography of this prominent Georgia soldier and statesman.
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Near Fine. [1997] FIRST PRINTING. Quality Trade Paperback by Publisher. Vintage illustrations, Index, 242 pages plus nine pages of publisher's advertising at end. Condition: Light, almost not noticeable corner creases at front cover binding, affecting several pages; a few, almost insignificant impressions on edges from filing book on shelf; minor aging marks, else overall Very Good Plus. Book stored in temperature-controlled room. Free of the smell of a cigarette or cigar smoker. This biography offers a provocative study of one of Georgia's truly great sons-being part of the most of momentous issues that shaped Georgia history. From the Mexican War in 1847-48 to the famous Georgia Constitutional Convention of 1877. He was a leading general during the Civil War. An excellent, well-written historical biography. Note: We are a well-established, well-respected, ethical book dealer in business since 1991. We describe the condition of our books thoroughly and honestly, so you'll know exactly what you will be receiving when you order. We ship promptly.
