Lee's Last Retreat

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Focusing on the Appomattox campaign, this book delves into the complexities of the Civil War's concluding retreat, challenging the myths surrounding it. Utilizing contemporary sources, William Marvel presents a fresh historical perspective, critically examining later memoirs that may distort the truth. The narrative aims to provide a more accurate understanding of the events that led to the war's end, shedding light on the realities faced by those involved.