Clingman's Brigade in the Confederacy 1862-1865

<p> On November 11 1862 Brigadier General Thomas Lanier Clingman despite a lack of formal military training was named commander of four regiments sent to the eastern counties of North Carolina to prevent Federal troops from making further inroads into the state. Clingman has been called one of North Carolina's most colorful and controversial statesmen. Like Clingman the brigade composed of the 8th 31st 51st and 61st regiments of North Carolina Infantry has been both praised and condemned for its performance in battle. This work determines the effect Clingman's Brigade had on various battles and in various defensive positions. It also corrects falsehoods by providing a more accurate portrayal of Clingman the brigade and the problems it faced.</p>