Honoring our Veterans: The Distinguished Career of Major General Winfield Scott Hancock Book Talk

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Join us as author James Kelly, LTC, U.S. Army, (Retired) talks about the subject of his books, General Winfield Scott Hancock.

  • “Hancock the Superb”  The most compelling story of all the military leaders who came to prominence during the War of Rebellion.
  • West Point educated.  His experience during the Mexican War inspires him to pursue a military career.
  • The premier Corps Commander in the Army of the Potomac. Passionately loved by his family, revered by his Second Corps soldiers, and feared by his enemies.
  • The true hero of Gettysburg.  Grant, Meade, and McClellan continually call upon him to turn the tide of battle. Hero to the nation. Winfield Hancock is the Democratic Party’s presidential candidate in 1880.
  • A story of a lifetime of dedication and selfless service to the nation.

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