The Civil War Battles of Chickamauga and Chattanooga

The narrative opens with a clear, measured overview of the Union and Confederate forces that clashed in the rugged hills of north‑Georgia and the strategic crossroads of Tennessee. Drawing on the Official Records and decades of scholarship, the author reconstructs the movements, decisions, and fierce fighting of the September 1863 campaigns at Chickamauga and Chattanooga. Listeners will hear vivid descriptions of the terrain, the surprise attacks, and the desperate stand that turned the tide for the Union army.

Beyond the battlefield, the book explores how the sites were later preserved as a national military park, complete with monuments, tablets, and carefully positioned artillery pieces that mark the exact positions of regiments. The story of the park’s creation reflects the post‑war spirit of reconciliation, illustrated by a towering peace monument that unites former foes under a single flag. This blend of tactical detail and cultural memory makes the work a compelling guide for anyone interested in the human and historical landscape of these pivotal battles.