The History Of The One Hundred And Fourth Regiment Of Illinois Volunteer Infantry, War Of The Great Rebellion, 1862-1865 (1895) - William Wirt Calkins - Bog

""The History Of The One Hundred And Fourth Regiment Of Illinois Volunteer Infantry, War Of The Great Rebellion, 1862-1865"" is a book written by William Wirt Calkins and originally published in 1895. The book provides a detailed account of the experiences of the One Hundred and Fourth Regiment of Illinois Volunteer Infantry during the American Civil War. The One Hundred and Fourth Regiment of Illinois Volunteer Infantry was formed in 1862 and served in a number of important battles and campaigns throughout the war, including the siege of Vicksburg, the Atlanta Campaign, and the March to the Sea. Calkins draws on a variety of sources, including official military records, personal diaries and letters, and interviews with surviving veterans, to provide a comprehensive and engaging narrative of the regiment's experiences.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different phase of the regiment's service. Calkins provides detailed descriptions of the battles and campaigns in which the regiment participated, as well as information about the daily life of the soldiers, including their food, clothing, and medical care. He also discusses the role of the regiment in the larger context of the war, and provides insights into the political and social issues of the time.Overall, ""The History Of The One Hundred And Fourth Regiment Of Illinois Volunteer Infantry, War Of The Great Rebellion, 1862-1865"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American Civil War, and provides a fascinating insight into the experiences of one particular regiment during this tumultuous period 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.