In the wake of a crushing defeat at Bull Run, the Northern Army retreats to Washington, DC, leaving the fate of the Union hanging in the balance. How will they respond to this setback? Join our protagonist, Dick Mason, as he embarks on the Western campaign, facing challenges and forging alliances along the way. This gripping tale is the second installment in Joseph A. Altshelers riveting Civil War Series. (Summary by Ann Boulais)