Description
Set during the Mexican-American War, this sweeping historical novel follows the young American officers and soldiers who carried the United States into its first major foreign invasion. Through the experiences of figures who would later become legendary Civil War generals, it brings to life the battles, hardships, ambitions, and divided loyalties that shaped a generation of military leaders. Combining vivid battlefield detail with compelling character portraits, the story explores courage, leadership, national expansion, and the human cost of war—while illuminating the little-known conflict that served as a proving ground for America’s future commanders.
Available Editions
paperback
Ballantine
Published Jan 1, 2000
448 pages
ISBN: 9780345444394
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Details
First Published
2000
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Gone for Soldiers by Jeff Shaara.