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Echoes from the Boys of Company 'H'

The Seige of Charleston, the Assault on Fort Wagner,The Virginia Campaigns for Petersburg and Richmond, and Prison Life in Andersonville as Chronicled by Civil War Soldiers from the 100Th New York State Regiment, Company H

By: Neal E. Wixson

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Echoes from the Boys of Company 'H'

By: Neal E. Wixson

Echoes from the Boys of Company H focuses on a few Civil War soldiers from Company H, 100th Regiment, New York State Volunteers, who were prolific writers. It is based upon a treasure trove of hundreds of letters, journals, and diaries. These writings provide rare insight into life as a common soldier. The boys also share their thoughts about topics ranging from everyday camp life and homesickness to broader concerns such as politics and religion. Hear a firsthand account of the horrors of prison life in Andersonville, Ga. Follow these soldiers after the war as they re-enter civil life. As their experiences begin to fade to distant echoes from the past, the soldiers ultimately join together to develop an association to relive and glorify their wartime experiences. Echoes from the Boys of Company H is a unique and touching collection of the written words of young men who proudly served their country during one of the most tumultuous times in the young nations history. Although their voices are now silenced, the documents they left behind are eloquent lessons in the understanding of and gratitude for the sacrifices of all who fought on both sides. Here is a rich collection of Civil War letters. They reveal the emotions and actions of men in battle. Edward Longacre, Author of Army of Amateurs An unusually textured view of the Civil War and its immediate aftermath in the words of its participants. The editor has gone to tremendous lengths to locate and transcribe a vast array of viewpoints on battles, camp life and wartime politics. Professor Carol Sheriff and co-author of A People at War Stunning! A remarkable tour de force! This is an intimate, personal look into everyday life in the 100th New York Infantry. We endure the misery of diseases and trench warfare, the boredom of camp life, and the terror of battles with these soldiers. Jeff Toalson, editor of No Soap, No Pay, Diarrhea, Dysentery & Desertion.

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From Civility to Survival: Richmond Ladies During the Civil War

The Ladies Reveal Their Wartime Private Thoughts and Struggles in Compelling Diaries and Emotional Memories.

By: Neal E. Wixson

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From Civility to Survival: Richmond Ladies During the Civil War

The Ladies Reveal Their Wartime Private Thoughts and Struggles in Compelling Diaries and Emotional Memories.

By: Neal E. Wixson

Motivated by their patriotism, the Richmond Ladies were willing to make the necessary sacrifices for the Southern cause. Many sent their husbands and sons to fight for the glory of the South. However, as the war progressed, their sacrifices became harder and harder to bear. They faced shortages of food, struggled to find adequate housing, and, in some cases, endured the ultimate price of losing husbands, sons, and close relatives. As Richmond was evacuated, they braced themselves for military occupation and reconstruction. With the loss of their slaves, wealth, social standing, and homes, they entered into a new world order with few familiar aspects. Through their diaries and recollections, their story of courage and commitment to survive in an ever changing world is told. Neal Wixson selected detailed, poignant and sentimental excerpts from some of the most important accounts of Richmond during the Civil War which succeeds in capturing much of the flavor of the Confederate capital as seen through womens eyes. Michael B. Chesson, Professor of History, The American College of History and Legal Studies and author of several books including Richmond after the War 1865-1890 A vivid account of wartime Richmond as told by women who endured its physical and emotional hardships. Carol Sheriff , Professor of History, College of William & Mary and author of The Artificial River and of co-author of A People at War By giving voice to the ladies who lived in Richmond during the Civil War, Neal Wixson offers a chorus of their faith and perseverance in enduring deprivations and sacrifice. Will Molineux, editor of A Young Virginia Boatman Navigates the Civil War

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Gone for a Sojer Boy

The Revealing Letters and Diaries of Union Soldiers in the Civil War as They Endure the Siege of Charleston S.C., the Virginia Campaigns of Petersburg and Richmond, and Captivity in Andersonville Prison

By: Neal E. Wixson

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Gone for a Sojer Boy

By: Neal E. Wixson

Gone for a Sojer Boy is a companion book to Echoes from the Boys of Company H and is based upon hundreds of letters from a few Civil War soldiers of Company H, 100th Regiment, New York State Volunteers. They provide rare insight into the life and thoughts of common solders. This volume explores the changes the boys experienced during their time of service. Both camp life and battles are reviewed and serve to trace and explain the evolution of their opinions about important aspects of a soldiers life: namely, death, politics, and religion. These young men were ordinary human beings who were rendered extraordinary by their experience. This rich collection of Civil War letters presents a colorful, illuminating portrait of common soldiers serving their country. Edward Longacre, author of more than 20 books on the Civil War I found this remarkable book to be a fascinating and unique telling of a soldiers story. The exhaustive work and research done by Neal Wixson to put letters and diaries together was only matched by his passion to tell of his great-grandfathers war experience. The qualities of work by the author, the unique story of soldiers in their own words, make this a truly superb work of military history. It has my highest endorsement. General Anthony C. Zinni USMC (retired) The letters of soldiers, written to their loved ones at home, reveal in plain, uncluttered language the details of the daily life of the soldier. The voice of the common soldier provides an intimate, personal view that is devoid of the posturing of politicians and officers. Neal Wixson has lovingly edited the letters into a poignant journey through this painful chapter of our nations history. Jeff Toalson, Civil War author and lecturer A great-grandson of Thomas Maharg of Company H, Neal E. Wixson earned a B.A. from Oberlin College and a J.D. from Syracuse University College of Law. He is member of the Williamsburg Civil War Roundtable and the 100th Regiments Veterans Association. He and his wife reside in Virginia.

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From Civility to Survival: Richmond Ladies During the Civil War

The Ladies Reveal Their Wartime Private Thoughts and Struggles in Compelling Diaries and Emotional Memories.

By: Neal E. Wixson

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From Civility to Survival: Richmond Ladies During the Civil War

The Ladies Reveal Their Wartime Private Thoughts and Struggles in Compelling Diaries and Emotional Memories.

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Echoes from the Boys of Company 'H'

Echoes from the Boys of Company 'H'

From Civility to Survival: Richmond Ladies During the Civil War

From Civility to Survival: Richmond Ladies During the Civil War

Gone for a Sojer Boy

Gone for a Sojer Boy

From Civility to Survival: Richmond Ladies During the Civil War

From Civility to Survival: Richmond Ladies During the Civil War

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