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Book SynopsisTaking a novel approach to the military history of the post-Civil War West, distinguished historian Robert Utley examines the careers of seven military leaders who served as major generals for the Union in the Civil War, then as brigadier generals in command of the US Army's western departments.
Trade ReviewWith his characteristic depth of knowledge and crisp, clear prose, Robert Utley provides a vivid group portrait of the Union generals who went west after the Civil War. A pleasure to read and an essential resource,
The Commanders will take a prominent place on my bookshelf."" - T. J. Stiles, Pulitzer Prize - winning author of
Custer's Trials: A Life on the Frontier of a New America""Foremost western military historian Robert Utley turns his practiced eye to the frontier army's top brass - the generals commanding the departments responsible for the conduct of the Indian wars. Utley's critical examination of the brigadier generals who helped shape the American West concludes with a tough, unbiased ranking. His intriguing insights into the generals' abilities, character flaws, and overall performance may just surprise you."" - Andrew E. Masich, author of
Civil War in the Southwest Borderlands, 1861 - 1867""This book provides readers with a breadth that has not existed previously except in full biographies. Robert Utley's many decades of research and writing - virtually a lifetime devoted to history and historic preservation - further enhance the value of his conclusions."" - Jerome A. Greene, author of
American Carnage: Wounded Knee, 1889
