Relive a Civil War tale through the eyes of a brave young officer.
This nonfiction portrait gathers letters, reminiscences, and family notes that trace George Arrowsmith’s life from New Jersey roots to battlefield leadership.
The book blends personal reflections with historical context, presenting a faithful, human view of service, sacrifice, and the bonds of family. It includes vivid descriptions of camp life, marches, and encounters along the Rappahannock, as well as notes and appendices that illuminate the era and its people."synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a detailed account of the life and service of Lieutenant-Colonel George Arrowthsmith, a New Jersey native who fought in the Civil War. The author, John S. Applegate, a Red Bank resident, provides a well-researched account of Arrowsmith's youth, education, military career, and untimely death. As a young man, Arrowsmith was passionate about politics and an ardent Democrat. His education at Madison University prepared him for a career in law; however, the outbreak of the Civil War inspired him to enlist. Arrowsmith's leadership and courage were recognized early on. He was elected captain of his company and soon promoted to lieutenant colonel. The book provides vivid descriptions of Arrowsmith's experiences as a soldier, including his participation in the Battle of Bull Run, the Battle of Gettysburg, and other major engagements. Throughout the narrative, the author explores the themes of patriotism, duty, and sacrifice, highlighting Arrowsmith's unwavering commitment to the Union cause. The book is a valuable contribution to Civil War history, shedding light on the experiences of a lesser-known but dedicated soldier. 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 # 9781331098539_0
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Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781331098539
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781331098539
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Seller: Buchpark, Trebbin, Germany
Condition: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 272 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. Seller Inventory # 25888586/2
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