Antietam The Lost Order

The story of the lost Confederate battle plan that led to the bloody Battle of Antietam.Although many books have been written about the Battle of Antietam, no book yet has been devoted exclusively to the lost battle plan--Special Order 191--that resulted in Robert E. Lee's failed invasion of the North. Readers will learn why Harpers Ferry was key to the Union victory in September 1862, the importance of the location and timing of the Battle of Antietam, and how its outcome influenced the future of our country. Also included are explanations of the vital roles played by lesser-known persons such as Col. Dixon Miles, Brig. Gen. Julius White, and Cpl. B. W. Mitchell. Detailing the troop movements from September 9 to 17, 1862, Antietam: The Lost Order is a spellbinding story of human foibles and military mishaps. Author Capt. Donald R. Jermann, USN, retired, lives in Maryland, where he works as a consultant for the Department of Defense. He served on active duty during World War II and the Korean and Vietnam wars and was a founding member of the Armed Forces Security Agency, the predecessor of the National Security Agency. In his postmilitary career, he has twice been awarded the Secretary of the Navy's Distinguished Service Medal.Jermann, Donald R. is the author of 'Antietam The Lost Order', published 2006 under ISBN 9781589803664 and ISBN 1589803663.