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The Struggle for Missouri

By John McElroy
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The account traces Missouri's turbulent role in the national conflict, detailing political maneuvering between secessionists and Unionists, contested state leadership, and the seizure of strategic sites. It follows military operations from early confrontations and the capture of Camp Jackson through the Scott–Harney negotiations and major engagements such as Wilson's Creek, and surveys campaigns and commanders — including Nathaniel Lyon, Sterling Price, John C. Fremont, Henry W. Halleck, Franz Sigel, and Earl Van Dorn — culminating in the expulsion of Confederate forces and the restoration of Union control.

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John McElroy

John McElroy was an American author and journalist, best known for his vivid depictions of the American Civil War. His most notable work, "Andersonville: A Story of Rebel Military Prisons," provides a harrowing account of life in one of the war's most infamous prisons, drawing on his own experiences as a soldier. In addition to this significant historical narrative, McElroy created the "Si Klegg" series, a humorous and engaging portrayal of a soldier's life, which reflects the trials and camaraderie of military service. His writings contribute to the literary heritage of Civil War literature, offering both insight and entertainment.

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