Fifty Years In Camp And Field

Fifty Years In Camp And Field: Diary Of Major-General Ethan Allen Hitchcock, U.S.A. is a book that covers the personal account of Ethan Allen Hitchcock, who served as a Major-General in the United States Army for fifty years. The book is a compilation of his diary entries that he maintained throughout his career, providing readers with a unique insight into the life of a military officer during the 19th century.The book is divided into several sections, each covering a different period of Hitchcock's life. The first section covers his early years in the army, including his experiences during the Mexican-American War. The second section covers his time as a diplomat in Europe, where he served as the U.S. Minister to Russia and Austria.The third section covers his experiences during the American Civil War, where he served as a staff officer for several prominent generals, including George B. McClellan and Henry W. Halleck. The fourth section covers his later years in the army, where he served as the Commanding General of the Department of the East.Throughout the book, Hitchcock provides readers with his personal thoughts and opinions on a wide range of topics, including military strategy, politics, and social issues. He also provides detailed descriptions of battles and campaigns that he participated in, giving readers a firsthand account of the events that shaped American history.Overall, Fifty Years In Camp And Field: Diary Of Major-General Ethan Allen Hitchcock, U.S.A. is an insightful and engaging book that provides readers with a unique perspective on the life of a military officer during the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.