History Of The Nineteenth Regiment, Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry, 1861-1865 (1906)

""History Of The Nineteenth Regiment, Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry, 1861-1865"" is a detailed account of the experiences of the 19th Regiment of Massachusetts during the American Civil War. Written by Ernest Linden Waitt and originally published in 1906, this book chronicles the regiment's formation, training, and deployment, as well as its involvement in some of the most significant battles of the war, including Antietam, Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, and Gettysburg.Waitt draws on a wide range of sources, including official records, diaries, and letters from soldiers, to provide a comprehensive and engaging narrative of the regiment's four-year campaign. He describes the challenges and hardships faced by the soldiers, including disease, hunger, and the brutal realities of combat. He also provides insights into the political and social context of the war, exploring issues such as slavery, emancipation, and the role of women in the conflict.Overall, ""History Of The Nineteenth Regiment, Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry, 1861-1865"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American Civil War, offering a detailed and compelling account of one regiment's experiences during this pivotal period in American history.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.