History Of The Eighteenth Regiment Connecticut Volunteers In The War For The Union (1885)

The book ""History Of The Eighteenth Regiment Connecticut Volunteers In The War For The Union"" was written by William C. Walker and published in 1885. The book provides a comprehensive account of the experiences of the Eighteenth Regiment Connecticut Volunteers during the American Civil War. The regiment was formed in August 1862 and was composed of soldiers from various towns in Connecticut.The book covers the regiment's activities from its formation to its disbandment in July 1865. It includes detailed accounts of the regiment's engagements in battles such as Antietam, Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, and the Wilderness. The book also describes the daily life of the soldiers, including their training, camp life, and experiences with illness and injury.The author, William C. Walker, was a member of the Eighteenth Regiment and served as its adjutant. He draws on his personal experiences as well as official records and other sources to provide a detailed and accurate account of the regiment's activities. The book includes numerous illustrations, maps, and photographs to help readers visualize the events described.Overall, ""History Of The Eighteenth Regiment Connecticut Volunteers In The War For The Union"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the American Civil War, military history, or the experiences of soldiers during wartime. It provides a firsthand account of the challenges and triumphs of the Eighteenth Regiment Connecticut Volunteers and their contribution to the Union's victory in the Civil War.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.