A record of a pivotal Civil War reunion, this volume compiles the proceedings of the Society of the Army of the James from its first Triennial Reunion in Boston, September 1868.
Authored by Charles A. Carleton, it presents speeches, sentiments, and materials that chronicled the era and its leaders.
This edition frames the scope and value of the gathering, showing how veterans reflected on the war, honored its memories, and organized for the future. It includes the organization’s officers, dues, membership lists, and the day’s addresses, along with banquet scenes and ceremonial remarks that capture the spirit of the Army of the James.
What you’ll experience
- Official proceedings and recorded speeches from the 1868 reunion
- Details on the society’s officers, dues, and member roll
- Recounted sentiments and responses that celebrated veteran service
- Contextual notes about the war era and the Army of the James
Ideal for readers of Civil War history, military heritage, and 19th-century American reunions who want a precise, documentary portrait of veterans’ commemorations.