he is also the winner of the that particular book won the samuel elliott morrison award. e is the author of lincoln and his admirals which won the lincoln prize in 2009. in recognition of his extraordinary contribution, the naval historicle foundation in 2014 awarded him the congressman duredudly w. knox history award for lifetime achievement. professor john mars lak is william s. giles distinguished professor emeritus of mississippi state university came out of retirement in 2008 and accepted the task of serving as executive director of the uelills sis s grant presidential library and managing editors. he is the tautsdzer of a dozen books. incheweding sherman. and sherman s other war. his honors include an excellence in writing award from the u.s. army historicle oundation. as testament to the high regard in which he is held, several of his students contributed to an editted volume titled, of times and race. ees says inspired. i was honored to have the opportunity to contr