The Old Army: A Portrait of the American Army in Peacetime, 1784-1898
Defining "the Old Army" as that insti tution in existence before any last war, Coffman tells the story of the women, children, officers, and men of the peacetime American army. Covering the time period from the end of the Rev olution to the Spanish-American War, he explores the development of profes sionalism as well as the social aspects of military life. The skillful use of pri mary sources and the emphasis on the army in the larger society make for a scholarly and interesting social as well as military history. Highly recommend ed. George F. Scheck, Naval War Coll. Lib., Newport, R.I.Copyright 1986 Reed Business Information, Inc.--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.