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Company a Corps of Engineers, U.S.A., 1846-1848, in the Mexican War, by Gustavus Woodson Smith

Company a Corps of Engineers, U.S.A., 1846-1848, in the Mexican War, by Gustavus Woodson Smith

Hudson

Paperback

19th Century United States HistoryArmed ForcesMexican History

ISBN10: 0873387074
ISBN13: 9780873387071
Publisher: Kent State University Press
Published: Jul 1 2001
Pages: 120
Weight: 0.43
Height: 0.36 Width: 5.38 Depth: 8.48
Language: English
The U.S. Company of Sappers, Miners, and Pontooniers, which Congress authorized on May 13, 1846, quickly became one of the army's elite units. During the Mexico City campaign, Company 'A' played a significant role in scouting, building fortifications, and setting artillery batteries. Gustavus Woodson Smith, the unit commander and author of the text, describes the training and discipline of the enlisted soldiers. His commentary also provides interesting insights into the early careers of future Civil War generals - Lee, Beauregard, Pemberton, and McClellan. The narrative is also a striking testament to the impact of West Point-trained officers on the course of the war and to the effectiveness of Winfield Scott's army.

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