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A Civil War diary unfolds with the grit, humor, and hard realities of an officer in the field. The book offers a vivid, first‑hand view of siege, march, and hospital life that shaped a young man's year on campaign.
Spanning battles, moving encampments, and the daily demands of service, this edition centers on the author’s experiences from front lines to hospital wards. It captures the texture of army life, the strain of weather and travel, and the people—the comrades, the towns, and the civilians who intersected the war’s march.
- Ground‑level scenes of siege lines, breastworks, and shellfire that convey the urgency of each moment.
- Close, practical details about army routines, clothing, meals, and the challenges of supply and movement.
- Personal episodes in camps and hospitals that reveal resilience, humor, and the toll of the campaign.
- Relationships with fellow officers and the larger arc of a long, historic war as seen through a single observer.
Ideal for readers of Civil War memoirs and military history who seek a grounded, human perspective on a pivotal campaign.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, a diary from 1864, is an evocative account of a soldier's life in the American Civil War. From the tedium of camp life to the horrors of battle, the author provides a unique perspective on one of America's darkest hours. The book offers a vivid portrayal of the challenges faced by Union soldiers in the field, the hardships they endured, and the camaraderie they forged. Its insights are a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by those who fought in this iconic conflict. 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 # 9781330899236_0
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