Confederate Wizards of the Saddle

Bennett Henderson Young

• Publisher: Otbebookpublishing
• Year: 2023
• eBook ISBN: 9783988263025
• Topic: History
• Subtopic: Historical Biographies
• Index: History

Confederate Wizards of the Saddle is a non-fiction book written by Bennett Henderson Young and published in 1899. The book is a collection of biographical sketches of Confederate cavalry officers who served during the American Civil War. Young, a former Confederate cavalry officer himself, provides a vivid and detailed account of the war from the perspective of the cavalry. He highlights the exploits of legendary commanders such as Nathan Bedford Forrest, J.E.B. Stuart, and John Mosby, as well as lesser-known figures who played important roles in the conflict. Through these stories, Young offers insights into the tactics, strategies, and personalities of the Confederate cavalry, as well as the challenges they faced on the battlefield. He also explores the roles of spies, scouts, and other non-combatants who played critical roles in the war effort. "Confederate Wizards of the Saddle" is a fascinating and engaging account of one of the most storied and celebrated units of the Confederate army. Young's passion for his subject is evident throughout the book, and his detailed descriptions of battles, campaigns, and individual acts of bravery bring the war to life in vivid detail.

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• Confederate wizards