Service With The Sixth Wisconsin Volunteers (1890)

Service With The Sixth Wisconsin Volunteers is a book written by Rufus R. Dawes and published in 1890. The book is a memoir of Dawes' experiences as a soldier in the Union Army during the American Civil War. Specifically, Dawes served with the Sixth Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry Regiment, which was one of the most active and successful regiments in the war. The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides a detailed account of the regiment's formation, training, and early battles, including the Battle of Bull Run and the Battle of South Mountain. Dawes describes the challenges and hardships of life as a soldier, including the physical demands of marching and fighting, the emotional toll of seeing comrades injured or killed, and the difficulties of maintaining morale in the face of setbacks and defeats. The second part of the book focuses on the regiment's participation in some of the most famous battles of the war, including Antietam, Fredericksburg, and Gettysburg. Dawes provides vivid descriptions of the fighting, including the chaos and confusion of battle, the bravery and sacrifice of individual soldiers, and the strategic decisions made by commanders on both sides. Throughout the book, Dawes emphasizes the importance of discipline, training, and leadership in the success of the regiment. He also reflects on the broader significance of the Civil War, discussing the causes and consequences of the conflict and the role of the Union Army in preserving the United States as a democratic nation. Overall, Service With The Sixth Wisconsin Volunteers is a valuable historical document that provides a firsthand account of life as a soldier during the Civil War. It is also a tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of the men who fought in the war and a reminder of the enduring importance of their legacy.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.