American Volunteer Forces in the War with Spain (eBook)

Unsung Heroes of the Spanish-American War: The Volunteer Forces' Impact on US Military History

US Army Center for Military History (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2020
132 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406641836-6 (EAN)

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In "American Volunteer Forces in the War with Spain," the US Army Center for Military History offers a comprehensive examination of the role played by volunteer units during a pivotal conflict in American history. This authoritative work delves into a variety of military engagements, focusing on the contributions of diverse groups such as the Rough Riders and other volunteer regiments, while also analyzing their socio-political context. Employing a rigorous historical methodology, the text is rich with primary source material and detailed accounts that illuminate the complexities of military mobilization and volunteerism, framed within a broader narrative of imperialism and national identity at the turn of the century. The US Army Center for Military History, through its commitment to preserving and interpreting historical military data, provides a unique scholarly backdrop for this publication. The Center's experts draw upon extensive archives and records, contributing to a nuanced understanding of how these volunteer forces not only fought on foreign soil but also shaped public perception and policy at home. Their insights reflect a deep respect for the contributions of these individuals, many of whom were motivated by a sense of duty and adventure amid the backdrop of burgeoning American expansionism. For historians, military enthusiasts, and general readers alike, "American Volunteer Forces in the War with Spain" serves as an essential resource, enriching the discourse surrounding the Spanish-American War and the role of citizen soldiers. Its engaging narrative and rigorous analysis invite readers to reflect on the complexities of war and patriotism, making it a significant addition to the literature on American military history.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 8.12.2020
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► 20. Jahrhundert bis 1945
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte
• Schlagworte: 1910s American conflicts • American History • American history enthusiasts • American Literature • Civilian soldiers experiences • Documents • governmental • government documents • Historical military research • History • Humanities • Military heritage preservation • military history • Military tactics • Non-fiction • official documents • Spanish-American War • Troop mobilization strategies • United States • US Army • us government documents • US military • US military contributions • volunteer forces • Volunteer forces analysis • Volunteer military history • War Literature • war memoirs • Wars