Personal Recollections: Of Early Decatur, Abraham Lincoln, Richard J. Oglesby and the Civil War (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Jane Martin Johns

 
9780267828159: Personal Recollections: Of Early Decatur, Abraham Lincoln, Richard J. Oglesby and the Civil War (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Discover how Decatur and its people helped shape Illinois during the Civil War.

This collection blends personal recollections with researched history to illuminate a pivotal era.

This nonfiction account presents the memories of a Decatur writer who set out to chronicle the county’s part in the Civil War. It blends personal reminiscence with historical detail, aiming to preserve local stories, documents, and the voices of those who lived through a defining time in American history.
  • Learn about the early days of Decatur, its people, and the formation of local chapters devoted to preserving history
  • Read about Illinois volunteers, battlefield echoes, and the social impact of war on families and communities
  • See how the author combines reminiscence with references from historical sources and local records
  • Discover the author’s aim to support local history funds while offering a vivid portrait of pioneer life
Ideal for readers of local history, Civil War history, and affectionate, first-person recollections of a community in turmoil.

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