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Summary: The Best Introductory History of the Mexican-American War
Review: This is simply the best short history of the Mexican-American War that I have read [and I have read several]. It is so well written. I did not expect to like this book as much as I did, and, since reading it, have passed it around to my state and National Guard pals. Each one of them has come back to me glowing about how good this book is. If you only have time for one history of this war this is th book.
Eisenhower's writing is elegant. He paints wonderful pictures of the military leaders who showed their skills, or didn't, and who eventually became key figures in the American Civil War. Winfield Scott comes to life and one LT Robert E Lee. I began my study of the Napolean of the West, Santa Anna because of this book. It is a keeper on my bookshelf.
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Summary: A real eye opener.
Review: This well-written account of the Mexican-American conflict is a fascinating story of the war with Mexico. It covers the political as well as military aspects from the Mexican advance into Texas to the eventual purchase of California and New Mexico.This book did much to dispel the myths and impressions I remember from grade school history. Texans and Californians will find this work extremely interesting.
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