General Butler In New Orleans - James Parton

""General Butler in New Orleans: History of the Administration of the Department of the Gulf in the Year 1862"" by James Parton is a historical account of the Union occupation of New Orleans during the American Civil War. The book focuses on the controversial leadership of General Benjamin Butler, who was placed in charge of the Department of the Gulf in 1862. Parton details the challenges faced by Butler as he attempted to maintain order in the city, including dealing with Confederate sympathizers and enforcing martial law. The book also covers the political and social climate of New Orleans during this time period, including the treatment of slaves and the role of women in society. Parton's work provides a detailed and engaging look at a pivotal moment in American history, shedding light on the challenges faced by both military and civilian leaders during the Civil War.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

EAN: 9781430477327