Mobilizing the South: The Thirty-First Infantry Division, Race, and World War II Review
“If only more historical studies were so critical of the protagonists, to show their complexities and biases, how they can be both heroic and unjust.”
“Tell Mother Not to Worry”: Soldier Stories from Gettysburg’s George Spangler Farm Review
“What makes this work especially impressive are the anecdotes of so many, not only during the battle, but for years after the Battle of Gettysburg, from what happened at the Spangler Farm hospitals.”
Peace, War, and Partnership: Congress and the Military since World War II Review
“These writings provide a clear and accessible narrative of the ebb and flow of Congressional involvement with the national defense establishment and the corresponding relations with the executive branch.”
Memory Wars: Settlers and Natives Remember Washington’s Sullivan Expedition of 1779 Review
“Memory Wars is especially relevant to public historians, museum professionals, and others who study, create, and dismantle inaccurate narratives consumed by the public at interpretive sites.”
Guest of Adolf: The War of SSG Ernest V. Focht, 805th Tank Destroyer Battalion Review
“Michael H. Zang weaves a welcome story of a soldier’s long internment and daily activities in World War II German prisoner of war (POW) camps.”
The Forgotten Battles of the Chancellorsville Campaign: Fredericksburg, Salem Church and Banks’ Ford in Spring 1863 Review
“Supported by well-done maps, Nelson’s study is a worthwhile addition to an overlooked chapter of the Chancellorsville Campaign.”
Flawed Commanders and Strategy: In the Battles for Italy, 1943-45 Review
“Flawed Commanders and Strategy provides an insightful perspective into the human elements of military leadership during the Italian Campaign.”
Clearing the Way: U.S. Army Engineers in World War II Review
“The exploits of U.S. Army engineers during World War II are certainly worthy of serious examination and praise.”
The Cassville Affairs: Johnston, Hood, and the Failed Confederate Strategy in the Atlanta Campaign, 19 May 1864 Review
“The Cassville Affairs is highly recommended to anyone interested in the Atlanta Campaign.”
Civil War Torpedoes and the Global Development of Landmine Warfare Review
“Hess provides an unvarnished perspective of what went right and what lessons were learned from the mistakes encountered in using landmine warfare.”