David H. Jones, born and raised in West Virginia, is a lifelong student of the American Civil War. He is the author of the historical novel Hold At All Hazards: Bigelow’s Battery At Gettysburg July 2, 1863 to be released by Casemate Publishers in mid 2021 and Two Brothers: One North, One South, an award-winning historical fiction published in 2008. David’s approach to storytelling is to use original source material and the writings of actual participants and contemporary observers in crafting an accurate portrayal of real people and events. By this distinctive means the reader may enjoy an exciting story that reveals fascinating details and realities that have often been misinterpreted or ignored by historians. A graduate of Kentucky Military Institute and Babson College, a former Navy officer, entrepreneur and business executive, he currently resides and writes in Denton County, Texas.
Jones grounds his overall story within a landscape of the times within the historical record. While the author’s imagination and literary prowess are clearly at the forefront, so too are the words and actions of long-passed participants. * Historical Novels Review * Like the other novels in the Casemate series, it's all exceptionally realistic in terms of historical accuracy. After reading this, it seems like you will know everything there is to know about operating an American Civil War artillery piece and battery. * The Historical Miniatures Gaming Society *