Old Stars: The Life And Military Career Of Major-General Ormsby M. Mitchel

""Old Stars: The Life And Military Career Of Major-General Ormsby M. Mitchel"" is a biography written by P.C. Headley that chronicles the life and military career of Major-General Ormsby M. Mitchel. Mitchel was a prominent figure in the American Civil War, serving as a Union Army officer and later as the commander of the Department of the South. He was also a renowned astronomer, having founded the Cincinnati Observatory and made significant contributions to the field of astrophysics. The book provides an in-depth look at Mitchel's personal and professional life, including his education, military campaigns, and scientific achievements. Through detailed research and analysis, Headley offers readers a comprehensive understanding of Mitchel's impact on both the military and scientific communities of his time. Overall, ""Old Stars"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in American history, military strategy, or astronomy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.