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Alan Hankinson


Alan Hankinson has completed two volumes for Osprey on the American Civil War. Highly respected in his field, Alan’s authoritative text clearly displays his passion for, and knowledge of the subject.

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Vicksburg 1863
Written by Alan Hankinson

Trade Paperback | 96 pages | Osprey Publishing | History - Military - United States
978-1-85532-353-7 (1-85532-353-2)

September 30, 1993 | $22.95



The 1863 Vicksburg campaign was to prove decisive to the outcome of the American Civil War. Known as the 'Gibraltar of the West', Vicksburg was the last Confederate stronghold on the Mississippi River. In a masterly campaign Grant used riverboats and steamers to land his army south of the city. He...


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First Bull Run 1861
Written by Alan Hankinson

Trade Paperback | 96 pages | Osprey Publishing | History - Military - United States
978-1-85532-133-5 (1-85532-133-5)

May 23, 1991 | $22.95



At Bull Run, two inexperienced, ill-trained and poorly led armies clashed in the opening engagement of the American Civil War. Culminating in a stalwart defensive fight by Thomas 'Stonewall' Jackson's Virginia Brigade, this is the story of the Confederacy's first victory. The author investigates the personalities of the principal commanders and...