The Recollections Of A Drummer-Boy (1889) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436582360)

The Recollections Of A Drummer-Boy is a memoir written by Henry M. Kieffer in 1889. The book details Kieffer's experiences as a drummer-boy during the American Civil War. Kieffer served in the 150th Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment and participated in several major battles, including the Battle of Gettysburg. The memoir provides a unique perspective on the Civil War as Kieffer was only 14 years old when he enlisted. He describes the hardships of camp life, the camaraderie of soldiers, and the horrors of battle. Kieffer also provides insight into the role of the drummer-boy in the army and how they communicated with the troops through drum signals.The Recollections Of A Drummer-Boy is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the experiences of young soldiers during the Civil War. It is an engaging and accessible read for anyone interested in this period of 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.

Author: Henry M. Kieffer
ISBN-10: 1436582369
ISBN-13: 9781436582360
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/02/2008
Pages: 256
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.20lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d