Shelby Foote, the acclaimed American historian and author best known for his trilogy of books on the American Civil War, passed away on June 27, 2005, at the age of 88. Foote's works are highly regarded for their vivid storytelling and extensive research, making him one of the most prominent Civil War historians of his time.
Uncovering Shelby Foote: The Life and Works of an American Writer, Historian, and Journalist