Synopsis
Follow a soldier’s path into Mexico’s Civil War era, where armies, shifting loyalties, and grand banners collide in a dramatic historical voyage. This account blends peril, politics, and personal loyalties to illuminate a pivotal chapter in 19th‑century history.
The narrative centers on Shelby’s expedition and the broader French intervention, tracing the forces, figures, and landscapes that shaped events from San Louis Potosí to the Gulf coast. Readers meet generals, guerrillas, and diplomats as the drama of the era unfolds with vivid detail.
- Meet the key players, from Maximilian to local leaders, through scenes of arrival, ceremony, and strategy.
- Experience the terrain and climate that drove campaigns, from sunlit plazas to the damp marshes where danger lurked.
- Watch the tension between occupation forces and regional resistance rise and unfold in real time.
- Explore the decisions, loyalties, and consequences that shaped the course of a nation.
Ideal for readers of military history and 19th‑century Mexican history seeking a ground‑level perspective on a complex conflict.
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Présentation de l'éditeur
Published in 1871, this is the history of Confederate General Shelby's expedition to Mexico at the end of the Civil War in the United States.
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Shelby's Expedition to Mexico (Classic Reprint)
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a thrilling account of a forgotten chapter in American history. It follows the historical expedition led by Confederate General Joseph Shelby, one of the last Confederate armies to surrender. After the fall of the Confederacy, Shelby refuses to give up and leads over 1,000 Confederate soldiers on a perilous journey to Mexico. Along the way, they face relentless challenges including a lack of supplies, dangerous terrain, and threats from both Union and Mexican forces. The book not only provides a gripping narrative but also sheds light on the resilience, courage, and the complexities of the post-Civil War era in America. It also explores the themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the struggle to find a place in a rapidly changing world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330418543_0
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Shelby's Expedition to Mexico Classic Reprint
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330418543
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Shelby's Expedition to Mexico Classic Reprint
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330418543
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