Reminiscences Of California And The Civil War (1894) - Daniel Cooledge Fletcher - Bog

Reminiscences Of California And The Civil War is a book written by Daniel Cooledge Fletcher in 1894. The book is a memoir of the author's experiences in California during the Gold Rush era and his service in the Civil War. The first part of the book describes Fletcher's journey to California in 1849 and his experiences as a miner during the Gold Rush. He provides vivid descriptions of the landscape, the people he met, and the challenges he faced during his time in California.The second part of the book focuses on Fletcher's service in the Civil War. He served as a captain in the 13th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment and participated in several key battles, including the Battle of Antietam and the Battle of Fredericksburg. Fletcher provides a firsthand account of the war, including the conditions of the soldiers, the tactics used in battle, and the emotional toll of the conflict.Throughout the book, Fletcher also reflects on the changes he witnessed in America during his lifetime, including the growth of industry and the impact of technology on society. He also shares his personal beliefs on religion, politics, and morality.Overall, Reminiscences Of California And The Civil War is a fascinating historical account of one man's experiences during two pivotal periods 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.