Andrew Foote

Civil War Admiral on Western Waters

By Spencer C. Tucker
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  • Format:
    Softcover
  • Pages:
    296
    pages
  • Published:
    September 15, 2018
  • ISBN-10:
    1682473406
  • ISBN-13:
    9781682473405
  • Product Dimensions:
    9 × 6 × 1 in
  • Product Weight:
    14 oz
Softcover $5.79
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Overview

This biography traces the life and career of one of the U.S. Navy’s first admirals, Andrew Hull Foote. As flag officer of the Union’s western naval forces, Foote was a key figure in the February 1862 Union victories at Forts Henry and Donelson in Tennessee and helped open the Confederate heartland to the Union.

About the Author

Spencer Tucker

Spencer C. Tucker held the John Biggs Chair of Military History at the Virginia Military Institute for six years until his retirement. He is the author of twenty-five books including the award winning Stephen Decatur: A Life Most Bold and Daring.

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Editorial Reviews

"A valuable work for any student of the Civil War navies."—Strategy Page