Memorial History Of The Seventeenth Regiment, Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry In The Civil War From 1861-1865 (1911)

The Memorial History of the Seventeenth Regiment, Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry in the Civil War from 1861-1865 is a comprehensive account of the regiment's service during the American Civil War. Written by Thomas Kirwan and originally published in 1911, the book provides a detailed chronicle of the regiment's formation, training, and participation in various battles and campaigns.The book begins with an overview of the political and social climate leading up to the outbreak of the Civil War, as well as the circumstances that led to the creation of the Seventeenth Regiment. Kirwan then delves into the regiment's early days, including their training and preparation for battle.The bulk of the book is dedicated to a detailed account of the Seventeenth Regiment's participation in various battles and campaigns throughout the war, including the Peninsula Campaign, Antietam, Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, and the Siege of Petersburg. Kirwan provides a vivid and engaging description of each battle, drawing on a variety of sources including official military records, personal diaries, and letters from soldiers.In addition to the battles themselves, Kirwan also provides insight into the daily life of the soldiers, including their experiences with camp life, disease, and the challenges of maintaining morale in the face of constant danger and uncertainty.Overall, the Memorial History of the Seventeenth Regiment, Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry in the Civil War from 1861-1865 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American Civil War, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the experiences of the soldiers who fought in it.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.