Wow, that must have been a fascinating discussion.

It would be an interesting contrast, that’s for sure. I’ve long been fascinated by the contrasts betweenthe Civil War and the Franco-Prussian War of 1870, largely due to the incredible evolution in military technology in just five years. The difference is REALLY striking.

Eric

Several years ago I had a pleasant meal with Gary Sheffield–the Great War historian, not the Detroit Tigers’ new problem–and I was fascinated to discover his interest in the American Civil War. From what he told me, many of his peers also study our civil war as a precursor to 1914. The connections are obvious–think back to J. F. C. Fuller or up to Gervase Phillip’s new article in the January 2007 _Journal of Military History_. Maybe one day you can write a comparative cavalry study!

Ken

Interesting. I didn’t know that. WWI is of great interest to me, too. It’s an area where I would like to learn more.

Eric

Ah, yes, my deepest, darkest professional secret. When I was at Tech my specialty was…World War I, especially Britain and Ireland. I only got back into Civil War after I graduated. Happily, Bud Robertson became a friend in the years that followed.

Ken

Ken, I didn’t know you were a Hokie, too. Like Tom, are you one of Dr. Wobertson’s disciples?

Eric

Ken,

I had family in the 17th TN Inf at Perryville. Love your books.

Thanks to both of you and Eric for allowing me into blog world.
Tom Perry

Mr. Perry is to speak at our SCV Camp (Lexington) meeting in April and we are looking very forward to his presentation.

Best,
RGW
(Wahoo Fan) 🙂

Virginia Tech guys might surprise you.

Ken Noe
Virginia Tech, ’81

Thanks for the mention.