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The Seventh Tennessee Cavalry, Confederate: A History

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THe author writes a good portrayl of the 7th Tennessee Cavalry CSA as long as the reader wants to further research the battle names and locations provided by the author. THe book is a good starting point for research into this famous regiment from West Tennessee and Alabama.

A contemporary history of the regiment in which NB Forrest was originally a private.

Lots of detail here, and quite a bit of personality. Gives a valuable picture of what Western CS cavalry did--very different from what their tasks were in the East. Interesting how, when fighting dismounted, they sometimes charged entrenchments in the best "attack and die" style.

The Seventh became part of Forrest's command around the end of '63, but the historian claims they were on picket during the battle at Fort Pillow and were not present at all. Otherwise, this offers much detail regarding Forrest's activities and leadership. Also gives partial rosters of the various regiments. Overall, an extremely useful text.