The Civil War Diary and Reminiscences of Private George A. Hitchcock of the 21st Massachusetts InfantryRonald WatsonHitchcock recorded many details of Civil War battles and camp life, as well as a rare account of the notorious Confederate prison camp at Andersonville, Georgia.
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Few books do I re-read, but this is one of those.,
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This review is from: From Ashby To Andersonville: The Civil War Diary And Reminiscences Of Private George A. Hitchcock, 21st Massachusetts Infantry (Hardcover)
I found "From Ashby to Andersonville" a particulary moving and interesting book. The experiences of the civil war private who wrote the original diary encompass a remarkable amount of the war, both East and West. The tale told is rich in the real human drama of that life in all its day to day trials and tribulations and occasional joys. Editor Ron Watson keeps the reader oriented by insightful forwards to each chapter establishing the context of the place and time. From it I have a much better sense of the ebb and flow of that great war. Few books do I plan to re-read, but this is one of those.
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history as told by a meritorious and articulate soldier,
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This review is from: From Ashby To Andersonville: The Civil War Diary And Reminiscences Of Private George A. Hitchcock, 21st Massachusetts Infantry (Hardcover)
Few books have captured my interest and emotion as this one...a young man tells his personal tale of the Civil War ~ revealing his code of ethics, bravery, love of country, and the horrors of war. The editor provides an excellent backdrop with well-researched, newly-revealed historical data about the war. A MUST read!
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one of the best firsthand accounts of the Civl War in years,
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This review is from: From Ashby To Andersonville: The Civil War Diary And Reminiscences Of Private George A. Hitchcock, 21st Massachusetts Infantry (Hardcover)
George Hitchcock had a talent for describing the country side and people. His journal is a fascinating, personal account of bravery and adventure of a soldier during the Civil War: a descriptive story of suffering, courage and endurance - sometimes in situations of mismanagement and confusion.
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When George Hitchcock left Ashby, he looked forward to a reunion with his brother and membership in a proud regiment. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
general affidavit, regimental inspection, general fry, rebel sergeants, brigade drill, rebel guard, raw meal, battalion drill, dress parade, provost guard Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
General Burnside, Army of the Potomac, East Tennessee, Colonel Hawkes, New York, Camp Nelson, General Ferrero, Mount Sterling, Colonel Clark, Cumberland Gap, George Hitchcock, North Carolina, South Carolina, New England, General Grant, Lem Whitney, Captain Hall, General Lee, United States, General Hooker, President Lincoln, South Mountain, Uncle Sam, John Wallace, Major Richardson New!
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When George Hitchcock left Ashby, he looked forward to a reunion with his brother and membership in a proud regiment. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
general affidavit, regimental inspection, general fry, rebel sergeants, brigade drill, rebel guard, raw meal, battalion drill, dress parade, provost guard Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
General Burnside, Army of the Potomac, East Tennessee, Colonel Hawkes, New York, Camp Nelson, General Ferrero, Mount Sterling, Colonel Clark, Cumberland Gap, George Hitchcock, North Carolina, South Carolina, New England, General Grant, Lem Whitney, Captain Hall, General Lee, United States, General Hooker, President Lincoln, South Mountain, Uncle Sam, John Wallace, Major Richardson New!
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