* Covers raids from J. E. B. Stuart's 1862 ride around McClellan's army to James Wilson's crashing raids in Alabama and Georgia in 1865In war, the raid is the epitome of daring. Usually outnumbered, raiders launch surprise attacks behind enemy lines, taking prisoners, destroying communications, and seizing supplies. In the Civil War, these men marauded on horseback/ stunning opponents with their speed and mobility. This book covers the adventurous and often dangerous exploits of the Union and Confederate cavalry officers who had a flair for plunging into the enemy's lair.
- ISBN10 081173157X
- ISBN13 9780811731577
- Publish Date 16 November 2004
- Publish Status Transferred
- Out of Print 28 August 2012
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Stackpole Books
- Format Paperback
- Pages 288
- Language English