History of the 77th Illinois Volunteer Infantry, September 2, 1862-July 10, 1865 (1883) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436659796)

The book ""History Of The 77th Illinois Volunteer Infantry, September 2, 1862-July 10, 1865"" by William H. Bentley is a detailed account of the experiences of the 77th Illinois Volunteer Infantry regiment during the American Civil War. The book covers the period from September 2, 1862, when the regiment was first organized, until July 10, 1865, when it was mustered out of service. The author, William H. Bentley, was a member of the regiment and served as its adjutant. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the regiment's activities, including its participation in major battles such as Chickamauga, Missionary Ridge, and the Atlanta Campaign. It also describes the daily life of the soldiers, including their training, camp life, and interactions with civilians. The book includes numerous firsthand accounts from soldiers in the regiment, as well as maps and illustrations to help readers understand the context of the events described.Overall, ""History Of The 77th Illinois Volunteer Infantry, September 2, 1862-July 10, 1865"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American Civil War, particularly the experiences of soldiers in the Union army. It provides a detailed and engaging account of the 77th Illinois regiment's service, and offers insights into the challenges and triumphs of the soldiers who fought in this pivotal conflict.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.

Author: William H. Bentley
ISBN-10: 1436659795
ISBN-13: 9781436659796
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/02/2008
Pages: 400
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.66lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.00d