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... a major contribution to our knowledge of the place of the Civil War in the history of warfare.... I have long hoped for a sound history of Civil War military staffs... I need hope no more; Hagerman has covered this subject also, with the same assured expertness that he gives to tactics and technology. ??Russell F. Weigley
... this fine book deserves a place on the shelves of all military historians in this country and abroad. ??American Historical Review
... a first rate book... impressive... an imposing work... ??Journal of American History
This book is filled with enlightening information.... ought to be a standard for many years to come and should be required reading for any serious Civil War military historian. ??Journal of Southern History
