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“North was only a direction indicated by a compass--if a man had one, that is, for otherwise there was no north or south or east or west; there was only the brooding desolation.”

Quote by Shelby Foote

Book:The Civil War: A Narrative: Volume 2: Fredericksburg to Meridian

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The Civil War: A Narrative: Volume 2: Fredericksburg to Meridian

This volume of The Civil War: A Narrative series delves into the pivotal battles and events of the American Civil War, providing an in-depth analysis of the conflict from Fredericksburg to Meridian. more

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Shelby Foote was an American historian and author, renowned for his works on the American Civil War. Born on November 17, 1916, and passing away on June 27, 2005, Foote's writing style was marked by its vivid storytelling and rich historical detail, earning him high regard among scholars and the general public alike. more

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