SECOND WISCONSIN INFANTRY: With Letters and Recollections by Other Members of the Regiment. (2nd Wisconsin Infantry - Iron Brigade)

Otis, George H.

ISBN 10: 0890290822 / ISBN 13: 9780890290828

Published by Morningside Bookshop, Dayton, Ohio, 1984

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BOOK DESCRIPTION: 8vo, 372 pgs, index, Regimental Roster, photo portraits. Gilt titled spine on blue cloth. Edited by Alan D. Gaff. CONDITION DESCRIPTION: Fine. Interior has former owner's inked name stamp, else is clean, no marks, tight. CONTENTS DESCRIPTION: Excellent history of the 2nd Wisconsin, of the famed Iron Brigade. The brigade, made up of regiments from Wisconsin, Indiana, and Michigan, fought in the battles of Second Bull Run, South Mountain, Antietam, Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, Mine Run, Overland, Richmond-Petersburg, and Appomattox. Noted for its excellent discipline, ferocity in battle, and strong morale, the Iron Brigade suffered the highest percentage of loss suffered by any brigade in the United States Army during the war. Originally published in serial form in 1880, this edition includes other material written by members of the regiment. A fine and scarce regimental history. The 2nd Wisconsin is recognized as one of the FOX 300 Fighting Regiments. REFERENCE: FOX Regimental Losses pg 393. Seller Inventory # 1224099

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Title: SECOND WISCONSIN INFANTRY: With Letters and ...

Publisher: Morningside Bookshop, Dayton, Ohio

Publication Date: 1984

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Fine

Edition: 1st Edition

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Book by Otis, George H.