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  Confederacy on the Brink The:...

  Editors Charles River

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  As Union commander George McClellan moved the Army of the Potomac up the Peninsula in early 1862, the Union army had a nearly 2-1 advantage in manpower, so Army of Northern Virginia commander Joseph E. Johnston continued to gradually pull his troops back to a line of defense nearer Richmond as McClellan advanced. In conjunction, the Union Navy began moving its operations further up the James River, until it could get within 7 miles of the Confederate capital before being opposed by a Southern fort.  
  It was at this point that Johnston got uncharacteristically aggressive at the end of May, perhaps because he had run out of breathing space for his army. By the time the Battle of Seven Pines was over, nearly 40,000 had been engaged on both sides, making it the biggest battle in the Eastern theater to date, and Johnston was injured, bringing Robert E. Lee to command. 
  Despite not losing, the fighting rattled McClellan, but even after Lee pushed McClellan’s Army of the Potomac away from Richmond and back up the Peninsula in late June, he then had to swing his army north to face a second Union army: John Pope’s Army of Virginia. Correctly assuming that he needed to strike out before the Army of the Potomac successfully sailed back to Washington and linked up with Pope’s army, Lee daringly split his army to threaten Pope’s supply lines, forcing Pope to fall back to Manassas to protect his flank and maintain his lines of communication. At the same time, it left half of Lee’s army (under Stonewall Jackson) potentially exposed against the larger Union army until the other wing (under James Longstreet) linked back up. Thus, in late August 1862, the Army of Northern Virginia and the Army of Virginia found themselves fighting over nearly the exact same land the North and South fought over in the First Battle of Bull Run 13 months earlier. 

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  Muhammad: A short biography - 5...

  5 Minutes, 5 Minute Biographies,...

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  Muhammad, warrior, prophet, and founder of a religion: Life and work in a short biography! Everything you need to know, brief and concise. Infotainment, education and entertainment at its best!

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  Ghost Ship - The Mysterious True...

  Brian Hicks

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  On December 4th, 1872, a 100-foot brigantine was discovered drifting through the North Atlantic without a soul on board. Not a sign of struggle, not a shred of damage, no ransacked cargo—and not a trace of the captain, his wife and daughter, or the crew. What happened on board the ghost ship Mary Celeste has baffled and tantalized the world for 130 years. Brian Hicks plumbs the depths of this fabled nautical mystery and uncovers the truth. 
   
   
   
  The Mary Celeste was cursed as soon as she was launched on the Bay of Fundy in 1861. Her first captain died before completing the maiden voyage. In London she accidentally rammed and sank an English brig. Later she was abandoned after a storm drove her ashore at Cape Breton. But somehow the ship was recovered and refitted, and in 1872 she fell to the reluctant command of a seasoned mariner named Benjamin Spooner Briggs. It was Briggs who was at the helm when the Mary Celeste sailed into history. 
   
   
   
  The story of the Mary Celeste becomes the quintessential tale of men lost at sea. Hicks vividly recreates the events leading up to the crew's disappearance and then unfolds the complicated and bizarre aftermath. Brian Hicks reveals the truth is actually grounded in the combined tragedies of human error and bad luck.

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  Mesopotamia Unveiled: Discover...

  Mike Tisty

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  Discover Mesopotamia Like Never Before 
  Embark on a captivating journey to the heart of Mesopotamia, the birthplace of the world's earliest civilizations. In "Mesopotamia Revealed: Uncovering the Cradle of Civilization," dive deep into the ancient lands that witnessed the dawn of history itself. Accompanied by the enticing subtitle, "Discover the Ancient World Where History Began," this book promises to unlock the secrets of a world shrouded in mystery. 
  A Treasure Trove of Ancient Wonders 
  From the majestic waters of the Tigris and Euphrates to the monumental ziggurats touching the heavens, Mesopotamia's story is one of innovation, conquest, and wisdom passed through millennia. This comprehensive narrative explores the intricate tapestry of societies that flourished in this fertile crescent, offering readers an unparalleled insight into their advancements, beliefs, and daily lives. 
  Unparalleled Insights and Revelations 
  The Dawn of Civilization: Uncover how Mesopotamia became the cradle of civilization, fostering the development of writing, law, and urbanization. 
  Empires of Glory: Journey through the rise and fall of powerful empires, from the Akkadian to the Babylonian, and discover their lasting impacts on the world. 
  Cultural Legacy: Delve into the religious beliefs, technological innovations, and artistic achievements that continue to influence modern society. 
  Archaeological Marvels: Explore the groundbreaking discoveries that have unearthed Mesopotamia's enduring mysteries and the ongoing quest to reveal more about this ancient land. 
  A Guide for the Curious and the Scholar 
  Join Us on a Journey to the Past 
  Don't miss the opportunity to discover the ancient world where history began. "Mesopotamia Unveiled: Discover the Ancient World Where History Began" is your gateway to understanding the profound legacy of Mesopotamia. Embark on this journey today and unlock the secrets of the land between two rivers.

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  American Eagles - The 101st...

  Charles Whiting

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  Of the 6,600 paratroopers of the 101st 'Screaming Eagles' Airborne Division who parachuted into France in the early hours of 6 June 1944—D-Day—some 3,500 were listed as missing by midnight that same night. Yet it was only the beginning of their 'rendezvous with destiny.' 
   
   
   
  American Eagles is the remarkable true story of the United States 101st Airborne Division. From their rigorous training in 'Old Jolly' (England) to their first operational jump in Normandy, Charles Whiting tells the story of this 'Band of Brothers', who fought, suffered, and died in the eleven-month campaign that followed. From Normandy and Holland through to the siege of Bastogne and their final triumphant capture of Hitler's Eagle's Nest in the Bavarian Alps, we gain a picture of a brave elite division which kept on getting the tough assignments. 
   
   
   
  Drawing on eyewitness accounts, painstaking research, and his own youthful experiences when his regiment was under the command of 101st Airborne in Holland, Whiting delivers a powerful account of each of the 101st's major operations during the European campaign of 1944/45. He brings to life the full horrors of war while shining a spotlight on the courage and determination of the 'Screaming Eagles' and their role in the destruction of the Nazi regime in World War Two.

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  Are We Free Yet? - The Black...

  Tina Strawn

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  "Liberation is ultimately a celebration of our deepest humanity, and our fight for it must include a deeper examination of how we relate to oppressive systems while centering our joy, peace, and pleasure." — Tina Strawn 
   
  Are We Free Yet? The Black Queer Guide to Divorcing America is simultaneously a personal reflection and a collective examination of our relationship to liberation and oppression. 
   
  In it, Tina Strawn, host of the Speaking of Racism podcast and Instagram platform of the same name, shares her intimate experiences of queerness and Blackness, heartbreak and loss, foreign and home, as she navigates and finds freedom. 
   
  Alongside Tina's personal journey through a year of challenging transitions, Are We Free Yet? offers an interactive guide to four pillars of activism: joy, liberation, pleasure, and connection. 
   
  From the role of cannabis to the importance of embracing our grief, this book offers a critical take on all it means to be an activist, offering deep reflection and discussions on race, social change, sex, and healing.

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