confederate states of america

Presents a brief biography of Robert E. Lee, commander of the Army of Northern Virginia for the Confederacy during the Civil War.

Describes the life of the Confederate soldier in the Civil War, covering recruitment, camp, and battle, as well as soldiers' experiences after General Robert E. Lee surrendered to the North.

A biography of Jefferson Davis, president of the Confederacy, discussing his early life; his careers as soldier, planter, and politician; his role in the Civil War; and his experiences after the conflict. Includes a glossary and chronology.

Text and photographs present the biography of the general who commanded the Confederate Army during the Civil War.

Profiles the lives and military careers of Nathan B. Forrest, William J. Hardee, Ambrose P. Hill, John B. Hood, Stonewall Jackson, Joseph E. Johnston, Robert E. Lee, James Longstreet, George Pickett, and Jeb Stuart.

Presents the biography of Confederate General Thomas J. Jackson, and examines his childhood in Virginia, appointment to West Point, experiences during the Mexican War, and loyal soldier of the Confederacy during the Civil War.

Presents a biography of Robert E. Lee, General of the Confederate army in the American Civil War, from his earliest childhood experinces--poverty, and the death of his father--to his education at West Point Military Academy, his military career, and his service to the Confederacy.

Examines the recruitment, training, tactics, and deployment of sharpshooters for both the Confederate and Union armies during the Civil War.

Describes the daily life and combat experiences of the South's infantry soldiers during the Civil War.

Photographs, illustrations, and text describe the Confederate flags of the Civil War and their significance.