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Forgotten Stonewall of the West
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400 pages
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Focusing on Major General John Stevens Bowen, this book argues for his recognition as one of the Confederacy's top division commanders, surpassing even General Pat Cleburne. It explores Bowen's parallel life with Ulysses S. Grant, highlighting their shared West Point background and neighborhood ties in St. Louis. The narrative follows Bowen's bold leadership from Shiloh to Vicksburg, emphasizing his pivotal role in the First Missouri Confederate Brigade. Despite his significant contributions, Bowen's legacy has been overshadowed by historical neglect.
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1997, hardcover
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