Twelfth U.S. Infantry, 1798-1919 Its Story, By Its Men (1919)

The book ""Twelfth U.S. Infantry, 1798-1919: Its Story, By Its Men"" is a historical account of the Twelfth United States Infantry regiment, which served in various wars and conflicts from its formation in 1798 until 1919. The book is written by the men who served in the regiment, and it provides a unique perspective on the regiment's history, as well as the experiences of the soldiers who fought in its ranks.The book begins with a brief overview of the regiment's formation and early years, including its role in the War of 1812 and the Mexican-American War. It then moves on to discuss the regiment's service in the Civil War, where it fought in some of the most significant battles of the conflict, including Antietam, Fredericksburg, and Gettysburg.The book also covers the regiment's service in the Spanish-American War, the Philippine-American War, and World War I. Throughout the book, the authors provide detailed accounts of the battles and campaigns in which the regiment fought, as well as the daily life of the soldiers in camp and on the march.In addition to its historical content, the book also includes a number of personal anecdotes and stories from the soldiers who served in the regiment. These stories provide a glimpse into the lives of the men who fought in the Twelfth U.S. Infantry, and offer a unique perspective on the regiment's history.Overall, ""Twelfth U.S. Infantry, 1798-1919: Its Story, By Its Men"" is a comprehensive and engaging historical account of one of the United States Army's most storied regiments. It is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, or the history of the United States Army.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.