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War Papers Read Before the Michigan Commandery of the Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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A vivid collection of Civil War memoirs and battlefield essays, gathered for the Michigan Commandery’s War Papers.
This second volume, published in 1898, assembles 1893–1898 writings that mix personal recollections, battle accounts, and ceremonial addresses. Read by members who shaped the Loyal Legion’s memory of the conflict, the pages blend firsthand experiences with reflections on citizenship, patriotism, and the enduring meaning of service.
Inside you’ll find extended reminiscences of battles from Chickamauga to Petersburg, portraits of regiments and officers, and a series of speeches delivered at annual banquets. The book emphasizes the human side of warfare—the courage, losses, and the bonds formed among comrades—alongside practical, firsthand details of campaigns and sieges.
- Firsthand battlefield narratives that illuminate key Civil War campaigns
- Personal recollections and portraits of soldiers and leaders
- Addresses on citizenship, courage, and the meaning of military service
- Historical context tying 1861–1865 experiences to later generations
Ideal for readers of American military history, personal war narratives, and those curious about veteran perspectives from the Loyal Legion.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a compilation of essays from the annual banquets of the Commander-y of the State of Michigan Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States, a fraternal organization whose members are all ex-Union officers of the Civil War. Written by men who themselves experienced the tragedy of the conflict, these essays provide moving and valuable firsthand accounts of battles, discuss critical events, and explore various aspects of the war's impact on military strategies and on the nation itself. From the Rock of Chickamauga to the assault on Petersburg, each essay not only provides a unique soldier's perspective but also touches on broader themes of heroism, leadership, and the search for reconciliation. These essays offer an invaluable insight into the complexities of a war that not only tested the nation's political structure but also its very soul. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330129630_0
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