Battles for the Union: Comprising Descriptions of Many of the Most Stubbornly Contested Battles in the War of the Great Rebellion; together with incidents and reminiscences of the camp, the march, and the skirmish line. Embracing a record of the privations, heroic deeds, and glorious triumphs of the soldiers of the republic.

Willard W. Glazier

Published by Dustin, Gilman & Co., Hartford, Connecticut, 1875

About this Item

Offered here is a rare opportunity to acquire resource materials from the private library of the late David L. Hack, a nationally recognized authority on Civil War history. His meticulously curated collection has been featured in The New York Times and acquired in part by the Chrysler Museum of Art in Norfolk, Virginia. Selections from his collections have traveled in major exhibitions around the world and have been cited extensively in scholarly works, books, and academic papers.

Each item reflects Hack?s lifelong dedication to historical accuracy, preservation, and scholarship. This collection has been carefully maintained over decades and represents an invaluable resource for historians, collectors, and Civil War enthusiasts alike.

Step into the heart of the American Civil War with this rare first edition (1875) of Battles for the Union by Union soldier and author Willard W. Glazier. This richly detailed volume offers vivid firsthand accounts of many of the most pivotal and hard-fought battles of the Civil War, along with intimate recollections of life on the march, in camp, and under fire.

With a strong narrative voice, Glazier chronicles the heroism, hardships, and humanity of the soldiers who fought to preserve the Union. The book is a compelling blend of military history and personal memoir, making it a valuable addition to any Civil War collection.

Features:

Original 1875 first edition ? increasingly scarce in this condition

Attractive gilt-stamped cloth boards, clean and well-preserved

Tight binding, no loose pages

Minimal wear; occasional light foxing consistent with age

No markings or writing inside; pages clean and legible

Ideal for collectors of Civil War memorabilia, 19th-century American history, or antique books. A genuine piece of post-war historical literature in very good collectible condition.

Seller Inventory # 26

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Battles for the Union: Comprising Descriptions of Many of the Most Stubbornly Contested Battles in the War of the Great Rebellion; together with incidents and reminiscences of the camp, the march, and the skirmish line. Embracing a record of the privations, heroic deeds, and glorious triumphs of the soldiers of the republic.
• Publisher: Dustin, Gilman & Co., Hartford, Connecticut
• Publication Date: 1875
• Language: English
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Very Good