Eric J. Wittenberg

About the Author

Eric J. Wittenberg is a distinguished historian and author specializing in the cavalry operations of the American Civil War, with a particular focus on the Eastern Theater. A practicing attorney by profession, he brings a meticulous and analytical approach to his historical writing, drawing on extensive archival research and firsthand battlefield experience. Wittenberg has authored several acclaimed works that illuminate lesser-known aspects of the conflict, including the pivotal engagements involving Union and Confederate horsemen. His books are celebrated for their vivid reconstructions of events and their contributions to Civil War scholarship. Passionate about preservation, he is actively involved in protecting historic sites and educating the public on the war's enduring legacy. Through his writings, Wittenberg continues to deepen our understanding of the strategic brilliance and human drama of this defining era in American history.